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Healthy white chicken chili in white bowl with steam rising, garnished with avocado and cilantro showing nutritious ingredients

Healthy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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This healthy white chicken chili recipe uses lean proteins, Greek yogurt, and antioxidant-rich vegetables to create nutritious comfort food without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, trimmed and diced
  • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) low-sodium white cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 large white onions, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium poblano peppers, roasted and diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 6 cups low-sodium organic chicken broth
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, no salt added
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, nonfat
  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Trim and dice chicken breast, removing all visible fat.
  • Heat avocado oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook in batches until golden brown.
  • Remove chicken, brown ground turkey until no pink remains.
  • Add olive oil, cook onions, poblanos, and red peppers until softened.
  • Add garlic, cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add all spices, cook 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Pour in broth and almond milk, scraping up browned bits.
  • Return chicken to pot, add beans and green chiles.
  • Simmer 20-25 minutes until flavors meld.
  • Whisk cornstarch with chili liquid, stir back into pot.
  • Remove from heat, whisk in Greek yogurt and cream cheese mixture.
  • Finish with lime juice and cilantro, adjust seasoning.

Notes

  • Greek yogurt provides protein while maintaining creaminess
  • Roasting poblanos adds smoky flavor without extra calories
  • Cornstarch thickens naturally without heavy cream
  • Anti-inflammatory spices boost nutritional value
  • Author: David Cooper
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 1/10 of recipe)
  • Calories: 3155 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg