Best 6 Zesty White Chicken Chili Recipes

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Savor the tantalizing taste of "Zesty White Chicken Chili," a dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and offers a cozy culinary experience. This beloved recipe promises to warm your soul and palate alike, featuring tender chicken, an array of zesty ingredients, and a rich, creamy broth that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a chili enthusiast or seeking a delightful weeknight meal, this zesty white chicken chili recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AWARD-WINNING WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This chili is a family favorite! It has won several chili competitions and is a definite crowd-pleaser!

Provided by Rjcunigan

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 8h13m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
2 (15 ounce) cans great Northern beans
1 (15 ounce) can white corn
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
½ cup sour cream
½ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Layer chicken, great Northern beans, and corn into a slow cooker.
  • Mix chicken broth, chicken soup, green chile peppers, and taco seasoning together in a bowl; pour over chicken mixture.
  • Cover and cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 8 to 10 hours. Stir in sour cream and pepper Jack cheese; cover and cook until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 932.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SPICY WHITE CHILI WITH CHICKEN



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Delicious white chicken chili! Make on stove top or let it simmer all day in slow cooker.

Provided by tmelenick

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 (15.5 ounce) cans Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 cup corn kernels
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chiles
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cooked chicken breast halves, cubed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup cold water

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion, jalapeno, and garlic until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, Great Northern beans, garbanzo beans, corn, green chiles, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir chicken into broth. Cover and simmer chili for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Whisk cornstarch and water together in a bowl; stir into chili and bring to a boil. Cook and stir until chili is thickened, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 559.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SPICY WHITE CHILI



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I thought the original version of this dish was fine. But my son can't get enough spice, so I added green chiles and other seasonings until I'd created a quick and easy chili he's wild about. -Carlene Bailey, Bradenton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium onions, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional: Sour cream and sliced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute onions in oil until tender. Stir in garlic, chiles, cumin, oregano, cayenne and cloves; cook and stir 2-3 minutes more. Add broth, chicken and beans; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. , Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish with sour cream and jalapeno peppers if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SPICY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Enjoy a chili without tomatoes that's a cousin to classic chili. Chicken and white beans make it "white chili," while cumin, pepper sauce and cilantro give it the zip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 skinless chicken thighs (1 1/2 lb)
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
2 cans (15 to 16 oz each) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) white shoepeg corn, drained
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Remove excess fat from chicken. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix onion, garlic, broth, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper sauce. Add chicken.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker. Use 2 forks to remove bones and shred chicken into pieces. Discard bones; return chicken to slow cooker. Stir in beans, corn, lime juice and cilantro. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 15 to 20 minutes or until beans and corn are hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

ZESTY CHICKEN CHILI



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This delicious chili features chicken, vegetables and Progresso® beans - a zesty dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 poblano chiles, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) zesty chili-style diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups shredded or chopped smoked chicken (about 1 lb)
1 can (15 oz) navy beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can or bottle (12 oz) beer
1 package (1.25 oz) white chicken chili seasoning mix
Lime wedges
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chiles, bell pepper, onion and garlic; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in remaining chili ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg

EASY SPICY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Super simple and flavorful. I added more beans and less chicken but will post as written. Recipe courtesy of Becky Hardin (The Cookie Rookie).

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 -6 cups chicken broth
6 cups cooked shredded chicken
30 5/8 ounces northern white beans, drained
2 cups salsa verde
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 large yellow onion, chopped and diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapeno peppers, diced
1 poblano pepper, diced
garnish with sour cream, more jalapenos, shredded cheese, and green onion

Steps:

  • Heat onion, peppers, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the onions are transparent.
  • Add all the ingredients besides garnish to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce to a simmer, cooking for 5 to 10 minutes at least on simmer.
  • Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, green onions, and more peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 1253.3, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 7.7, Protein 15.5

Tips:

  • To save time, use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make this chili on the stovetop over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Add a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and a few chopped cilantro leaves to each bowl of chili before serving.
  • For a spicier chili, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • For a creamier chili, add a cup of half and half or heavy cream.
  • To make a vegetarian chili, omit the chicken and add an extra can of black beans or corn.

Conclusion:

Zesty White Chicken Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, creamy or chunky, this chili is sure to please everyone at your table.

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