CHICKEN CHILI RECIPE (2024)

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This White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe is spectacular! It’s packed with fresh ingredients as well as 2 secret ingredients that the flavors extra special.

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As the cold weather is rolling in, it’s a great time to whip up those big batches of chili and soups. We also love this Cincinnati Chili and this Easy White Chicken Chili.

This White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe is seriously one of the best I have ever had! I got the recipe from a childhood friend’s grandmother’s personal cookbook. I love thinking where some of my favorite recipes come from.

It’s a colorful blend of veggies and 2 special, secret ingredients that just make the flavor extra special! It reminds me of a Mexican Mole sauce kind of.

You can actually make this in the slow cooker as well! place the vegetables on the bottom and then place chicken on top. Place all other ingredients in next and cook for 4 hours on high.

How to Make This Chicken Chili Recipe

Bake Chicken Breasts in 2 tablespoon of Olive Oil at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until no longer pink inside.

Heat 3 tablespoon of olive oil in a cooking pot. Add the onion and garlic and saute about 10 minutes.

Add the bell peppers and jalapeno peppers and saute another 10 minutes.

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Stir in Chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and pepper.

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When chicken is done, shred or cut into 1-inch pieces.

Add the chicken, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beans, and beer to the pot and stir to combine.

Simmer over medium heat for about 20-30 minutes.

Stir in grated chocolate.

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Garnish with your favorite toppings.

ENJOY!

What are Chicken Chili toppings

Seriously my go-to topping for any chili shredded cheddar cheese and a little plain greek yogurt (or sour cream of course)! But there are several other great options like avocado, scallions, olives, shredded lettuce, and even crushed up tortillas chips

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Chicken Chili Recipe

This Chicken Chili Recipe is a specular version packed with fresh ingredients along with 2 secret ingredients that make for extra special flavors!

5 from 4 votes

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 403kcal

Author: Sherri Hagymas

Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 5 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium sweet red bell peppers or 1 Red and one Yellow, seeded, cored and diced.
  • 2 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced
  • 3 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • teaspoon cinnamon *secret ingredient #1
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes one large can or 2 smaller cans
  • 14 ounces diced tomatoes one can
  • 30 ounces northern white beans, low sodium preferably (2) 15 ounce cans
  • 1 cup beer
  • ¼ cup grated unsweetened chocolate *secret ingredient #2

Optional garnishes

  • Light Sour Cream or Plain Yogurt
  • Grated Cheddar Cheese
  • Sliced Scallions
  • Diced Avocado

Instructions

  • Bake Chicken Breasts in 2 tablespoon of Olive Oil at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until no longer pink inside.

  • Heat 3 tablespoon of olive oil in cooking pot. Add the onion and garlic and saute about 10 minutes.

  • Add the bell peppers and jalapeno peppers and saute another 10 minutes.

  • Stir in Chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and pepper.

  • When chicken is done, shred or cut into 1 inch pieces.

  • Add the chicken, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beans and beer to the pot and stir to combine.

  • Simmer over medium heat for about 20-30 minutes.

  • Stir in grated chocolate.

  • Garnish with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Additional optional garnishes:

Light Sour Cream or Plain Greek Yogurt

Grated Cheddar Cheese

Sliced Scallions

Diced Avocado

Nutritional information does not include optional garnishes. Adjust for those additions.

Nutrition

Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 290mg | Potassium: 1324mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2155IU | Vitamin C: 60.2mg | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 6mg

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Comments

  1. Stacey

    FYI…Recipe does not tell you what step to add the beans

    Reply

    • Sherri

      I’m so sorry that was left out!! You add it with the tomatoes. -) Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply

  2. suzanne

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    I made this last night and it was fantastic! A lot of chopping but it was so worth the effort. I did not add jalapenos as my husband can’t tolerate them.

    Reply

  3. Nicole

    Mole is one of the dishes that I would love to try, so thanks for sharing this. 🙂 They say Mole is an acquired taste, so it’ll be interesting to try this one.

    Btw, thanks for linking to Let’s Get Real Party! 🙂

    Reply

  4. Diane Balch

    Really healthy combination of ingredients. Thanks for bringing your chili to foodie friday.

    Reply

  5. Nicky

    Cinnamon and chocolate add a great flavor to chili. You don’t need to add much to get the flavors either. Thanks for sharing this with us at the Let’s Get Real Friday Link Party. I hope you’ll join us again this week.

    Reply

  6. Michelle

    Sounds delicious. Love the addition of chocolate. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday!

    Reply

  7. Miz Helen

    Your Chicken Chili looks awesome! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday today, it is great to have you at the party. Hope you have a very special week and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply

  8. Joanne T Ferguson

    Great recipe to share at the Foodie Friends Friday Copycat Recipes Party
    Cheers! Joanne

    Reply

  9. Camille

    That looks so good. I’m going to have to try the 2 secret ingredients! Its going to be cold again here Sunday so that just might be the perfect time to try this! Thanks! Pinned it too!

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    • Sherri

      It is so yummy! 🙂 Perfect for a cooler day. We are getting cold and rainy Tuesday. I am planning on making it myself! Thanks so much for the pin!

      Reply

  10. Felecia

    Hi Sherri! Thanks for sharing your version of chicken chili! It looks delicious! I can hardly wait to make some! Blessings from Bama!

    Reply

  11. Beverly

    I love chili. I have made it with ground chicken but not with actual pieces of chicken. I am going to try this.
    Have a great weekend,
    Bev

    Reply

  12. Donella @ Productive WAHM

    It looks delicious. I like a pinch of cinnamon in my chili, too. I’ll pin this one!

    Reply

  13. Robyn @ simply fresh dinners

    Wow, with that list of ingredients, it’s got to be one perfect bowl of chili! Looks delicious and healthy and ready to eat! Thanks for sharing, Sherri.

    Reply

  14. jan

    That looks real yummy and easy too! 🙂 Love the secret ingredients 😉 … hopping over from In & Out of the Kitchen!

    Reply

    • Sherri

      It is so yummy!! Thanks so much for stopping by 🙂

      Reply

  15. Cindy @ Hun... What's for Dinner?

    I’d love to sit down to a big bowl of this chili. Great secret ingredients! Thank you for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday.

    Reply

  16. Heidi

    Can you leave out the beer??

    Reply

    • Sherri

      I am you could 🙂 I would use chicken broth maybe for richer flavor but water would probably be fine as well.

      Reply

  17. Angela Parker

    Great looking recipe! I pinned it to try soon : )

    Reply

    • Sherri

      Thanks! It is one of my favorite’s 🙂

      Reply

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FAQs

How do you thicken white chicken chili? ›

How to Thicken Chili
  1. Simmer down. ...
  2. Stir in some finely ground cornmeal or masa harina. ...
  3. Mix in a scoop of cornstarch, all-purpose flour, or oats. ...
  4. Pile on the vegetables. ...
  5. Try more tomato paste. ...
  6. Mash some beans. ...
  7. Crumble up some corn chips.
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What is white chili made of? ›

White chili is made with white beans, chicken (sometimes pork), and mild green chiles. (That said, if you must, must have scorching heat in your chili, there are ways to do that while still keeping the chili white.

Can you add sour cream to chili while cooking? ›

To do it, scoop a few generous spoonfuls of sour cream into a heat-safe bowl and slowly add in spoonfuls of your hot chili broth, stirring to combine. This will gradually bring the sour cream up to temperature. From there, you can transfer the warmed-up sour cream into your pot of chili, curdle-free.

What is chilli chicken made of? ›

Boneless chicken pieces are marinated in soya sauce, chili sauce and black pepper. Later coated with cornstarch, flour and egg white, before frying to yield crispy chicken bites. Onions, bell peppers, garlic, chilli sauce, soya sauce and vinegar come together to form a delicious finger-licking good sauce.

Should chili be thick or soupy? ›

Chili should be thick and hearty enough to be a meal on its own, but sometimes there's just a bit more liquid than you want in the pot. While you can simply keep simmering the chili, that method risks overcooking softer ingredients like the beans, losing all your nice texture to mushy monotony.

Is chili better the longer it cooks? ›

A low and slow cook time—at least an hour total—is key for drawing out the most flavor in a pot of chili. Yes, a quick chili is most welcome on weeknights, but it won't have quite the same results. A slow cooker works wonders, but if you're short on time, try a pressure cooker.

Are cannellini beans the same as Navy beans? ›

If your recipe calls for white beans, you can often use Cannellini Bean as an excellent substitute for Navy or Great beans. They are slightly larger, have a meaty texture, and have thicker skin. With nutty and early flavor work well in soups and cold salads.

What is the difference between chili and white chili? ›

Regular chili has a rich base of red chilies (or chili powder) and sometimes tomato, while white chili calls for green chilies. We use canned Hatch green chilies, white beans, and tender shredded chicken to make our white chili recipe. It tastes quite different from red chili but is just as delicious!

Are cannellini beans the same as white beans? ›

Cannellini beans are the largest of the group and because of their traditional kidney shape, they can also be referred to as White Kidney Beans. Meatier than Navy or Great Northern beans, they have a nutty, earthy flavor and tender flesh, and are often used in Italian dishes like Minestrone.

Why do people put baking soda in chili? ›

According to the magazine's food experimenters, the baking soda treatment will definitely keep the meat tender and juicy when cooked.

What is a substitute for sour cream in chicken chili? ›

Yogurt is your best substitute for sour cream. Whether you're baking or making a dip or sauce, yogurt is a 1:1 sub. That means if your recipe calls for 1 cup of sour cream, you can replace it with 1 cup of yogurt. Full-fat Greek or natural yogurts work best, but low-fat or even nonfat can be used, too.

Can I use mayo instead of sour cream in chili? ›

Vegan chili can still be vegan with a cashew cream topper. In recipes that call for sour cream as a garnish (think nachos) or tangy thickening agent (salad dressing or dips), mayonnaise is a quick and easy swap thanks to its comparable body and lively tanginess.

What is the difference between chicken 65 and chicken chilli? ›

Anonymous Answered Aug 25, 2022 Chicken chilli is dark soya sauce n tomato ketchup,bellpaper,diced cut green chillies,sweet and spices. chicken 65 is tangy flavour. ... Chicken chilli is dark soya sauce n tomato ketchup,bellpaper,diced cut green chillies,sweet and spices. chicken 65 is tangy flavour.

Does chili use chicken stock? ›

Chicken Broth: I like the depth of flavor from using chicken broth as it adds a nice contrast to the beef, but feel free to use beef broth or a combination of both. You'll want to drain the kidney beans, but rinsing them is optional. Doing so will reduce the amount of sodium that gets carried into the dish.

How healthy is chilli chicken? ›

You can chilly chicken at home in a simple, tasty and healthy manner, says Dr Tejender Kaur Sarna, Nutritionist and Lifestyle Coach, Mumbai. Chicken is rich in proteins and adding capsicum and onions to it only adds up the nutritional value, making it a healthy lunch option.

How much cornstarch to thicken white chicken chili? ›

Make a cornstarch slurry: Mix together 1 tablespoon each of cornstarch and cold water, stirring well to remove any lumps. Then, stir the slurry into your chili and let it simmer for another 10 minutes to fully thicken.

How do you thicken white chili without cornstarch? ›

Cornmeal: Add a tablespoon of cornmeal or masa harina while stirring continuously. Mashed Beans: Mash a portion of the beans and stir them into the chili to thicken it. Crushed Tortilla Chips: Crushed tortilla chips can also be added as a thickening agent.

What is the best thickener for chili? ›

All-purpose flour and cornstarch are useful for thickening chili, as well as sauces, soups, and stews. However, you'll want to avoid adding these ingredients directly to your recipe, as this will result in clumps. Instead, create a slurry and add it slowly to help the thickener fully incorporate.

What can I add to chili to make it more soupy? ›

When your chili is too thick, it's easy to thin it out a bit. Just add some liquid. You can add beef, chicken, or veggie broth, or you can add a can of tomato sauce. You could add water, too, but it will dilute the flavor of the chili.

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