Healthy White Chili

🥣 Healthy White Chili Recipe

Warm, comforting, and full of flavor — this Healthy White Chili is made with lean chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices. It’s protein-packed and perfect for cozy weeknights!

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🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes

🍲 Cook Time: 30 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 6

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📝 Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or thighs), cooked and shredded
• 2 cans (15 oz) white beans (like Great Northern or cannellini), drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or light sour cream)
• Optional toppings: cilantro, lime juice, avocado, shredded cheese

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
2. Stir in chicken, white beans, green chiles, and all spices.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in Greek yogurt until well combined and creamy.
5. Serve hot with toppings of choice — like lime wedges, avocado, cilantro, or shredded cheese.

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✅ Tips:

• Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
• Make it spicier with a dash of cayenne or extra chiles.
• For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans before stirring in.

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🧊 Storage:

• Fridge: Keeps well for 4–5 days in an airtight container.
• Freezer: Freeze up to 3 months (without yogurt for best texture). Add yogurt after reheating.