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Chicken Chili Recipe

This Chicken Chili Recipe is a hearty and comforting dish made with tender chicken, beans, and bold spices in a rich, flavorful base. Perfect for cozy dinners, this recipe can be made as a classic Red Chicken Chili or a creamy White Chicken Chili Stove Top Easy version. Whether you’re using fresh chicken or making White Chicken Chili With Rotisserie, this dish is simple, versatile, and one of the best Chicken Breast Dinner Ideas for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz beans (white beans or kidney beans)
  • 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes (for red chili option)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream for white chili
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional:
  • Corn
  • Green chilies
  • Jalapeños
  • Shredded cheese sour cream, or green onions for topping

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
  4. Add cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add cooked chicken and stir to coat with spices.
  6. Pour in beans, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes (if making red chili).
  7. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20–25 minutes.
  8. For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream or sour cream to create a White Chicken Chili Stove Top style.
  9. Adjust consistency with additional broth if needed.
  10. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for an easy White Chicken Chili With Rotisserie version.
  • This recipe works well in a slow cooker for White Chicken Chilli In Crock Pot preparation.
  • You can substitute ground chicken for a variation using Ground Chicken Recipes.
  • For thicker chili, mash some of the beans before serving.