Description
A creamy yet light chicken chili that’s high in protein and perfect for weeknight comfort or post-workout recovery.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup light cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, white beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, mixing for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and let simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the light cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a thicker texture, mash a cup of the beans against the pot’s side and stir back in. Can be served with tortillas or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chili, chicken, high protein, comfort food, healthy recipes