White Chicken Chili

This non-traditional chili comes together easily with a few ingredients. Try making it on the stove top or in a slow cooker for even easier results.

Ingredients

• 4 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 (420 g) white onion, peeled, quartered
• 3 (195 g) celery stalks, cut into 3" pieces
• 3 (500 g) boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
• 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 can (340 g) green chilies, chopped
• 2 Tablespoons (15 g) cumin powder
• 2 Tablespoons (15 g) dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt, optional
• 2 cans (896 g) white beans, drained, rinsed
• 7 cups (1.75 l) chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 3 Tablespoons (25 g) cornstarch, mixed with a little water

Directions

1. Fit the Food Processor with the Multi-Use Blade. Place garlic, onion, and celery into the Vitamix container. Pulse 4–6 times or until ingredients are chopped uniformly, remove from the bowl and set aside.
2. Place chicken into the Vitamix container. Pulse 4–6 times or until ingredients are chopped uniformly.
3. Heat a large stock pot over medium high heat. Add the olive oil, followed by the chopped vegetable mixture. Sauté for 8–10 minutes or just the onions turn translucent.
4. Next, add the green chilies, chopped chicken, seasonings, beans, and stock. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer for 35–40 minutes.
5. Add crushed red pepper and cornstarch mixed with water to thicken as needed. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
6. Nutrition Note: White Chicken Chili is a hearty, flavorful dish made with tender chicken breast and creamy white beans. It’s packed with protein and fiber while being naturally low in saturated fat, making it both satisfying and nourishing. White beans add extra benefits—they’re a great source of complex carbohydrates, magnesium, and folate, which support energy and overall health. Perfect for a cozy dinner that delivers comfort and balanced nutrition in every bowl.

Notes

Try adding chopped cilantro while cooking or use it as a garnish once you’re finished. This is a lighter, more broth-style chili.

Nutrition

1 serving (375g)

• Calories: 280

• Total Fat: 5g

• Total Carbohydrate: 32g

  • Dietary Fiber: 7g
  • Sugars: 4g

• Protein: 26g

• Cholesterol: 45mg

• Sodium: 720mg