White Chili Chicken
Eating to support healthy blood sugar doesn't mean giving up comfort food, and this White Chicken Chili is proof. Every bowl is filled with protein-rich chicken, fiber-packed white beans, and simple, wholesome ingredients that work together to create a satisfying meal. Creamy, flavorful, and easy to make, it's a cozy dinner you'll look forward to whether you're managing insulin resistance, living with type 2 diabetes, or simply trying to eat more balanced meals.
Equipment
- 1 Dutch Oven
- 1 Whisk
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced onion 1 small onion
- 1 jalapeño deseeded and finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken 474g (about 3 large breasts)
- 2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles
- 1 28-ounce can Cannellini beans drained and rinsed
- ¾ cup frozen corn can use fresh too
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Garnishes (optional) - mix and match
- chopped fresh cilantro .
- tortilla chips (high in carbs)
- avocado slices
- jalapeño slices
- shredded cheese
- sour cream
Instructions
- Heat Dutch oven over medium heat. Add in oil and saute onions in oil for about 5 min. (1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup diced onion)
- Add in jalapeno and garlic and continue to saute for another minute. (1 jalapeño, 4 cloves garlic)
- In a bowl or cup whisk cornstarch with about ½ cup chicken stock. Pour into the pot and add the rest of the chicken stock. Add in the milk and stir it all together. (2 tbsp cornstarch, 3 cups chicken stock, 2 cups whole milk)
- Add in the rest of the ingredients except the salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat down and gently simmer for about 10 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper to your liking. (4 cups cooked shredded chicken, 2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles, 1 28-ounce can Cannellini beans, ¾ cup frozen corn, 2 tsp ground cumin, ¾ tsp dried oregano)
- Serve in bowls with desired garnishes. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cannellini and Great Northern Beans are very similar – GNB are lower in calories and are more grainy than the smooth cannellini. Cannellini beans also holds their shape a bit better.
- The garnishes add the perfect finishing touch to this chili, bringing extra flavor, texture, and color to every bowl. Feel free to customize it with your favorite toppings, but I especially love adding creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and sliced jalapeños for a delicious balance of freshness and heat.
- Having shredded chicken on hand makes this meal come together very quickly. You can use my recipe for shredded chicken (and keep packs in the freezer), or you can also purchase a rotisserie chicken from the supermarket and shred it.