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A bowl of savory white chicken chili topped with fresh cilantro

Proven way to grow your favorite White Chicken Chili recipe.

This recipe provides a solid foundation for a delicious white chicken chili, offering tips to enhance flavor and customize to your liking. It's a versatile dish that can be easily scaled up to feed a crowd or simplified for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cans Great Northern Beans (15 ounces each), rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 can Diced green chiles (4 ounces)
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
Optional Toppings
  • Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Avocado, diced
  • Jalapeño, sliced

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sauté the chopped onion in a large pot over medium heat until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the cooked chicken, rinsed and drained Great Northern beans, chicken broth, diced green chiles, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  2. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili simmer for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
  3. Whisk together the cornstarch and cold water, then gradually stir this slurry into the simmering chili to thicken it to your desired consistency. Cook for another 2-3 minutes while stirring.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the heavy cream, ensuring it is fully incorporated.
Serving
  1. Ladle the hot chili into bowls and serve immediately, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, sour cream, diced avocado, or sliced jalapeños.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce. You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker by combining all ingredients (except cornstarch slurry and heavy cream) and cooking on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking. This recipe is highly customizable; feel free to adjust spices and add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn.