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Healthy High Protein White Chicken Chili


Description

A comforting, protein-rich white chicken chili featuring tender shredded chicken, hearty beans, and creamy Greek yogurt, perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 280 g)
  • 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
  • 1 can green chilies (4 oz)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped (about 80 g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 cup corn (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until softened (about 3–4 minutes).
  2. Add the shredded chicken, white beans, green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. If using, stir in corn during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in Greek yogurt or sour cream until well blended.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For added flavor, toast cumin and chili powder briefly in the dry pan before adding liquids.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
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