White Bean Chicken Chili with Jalapeños & Avocado
Creamy white bean chicken chili with jalapeños and avocado. Easy, cozy dinner with tender chicken and hearty beans. Ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken shredded
- 2 cans white beans
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup salsa verde or diced green chilis adjust to spice preference
- 1 can crushed or diced jalapeños adjust to spice preference
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro chopped, plus more for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
- olive oil or spray for sauteeing
- 1 avocado sliced, for serving
- lime wedge optional
Instructions
- Puree the beans: In a blender or food processor, puree 1 can of white beans with 1 cup of chicken broth until smooth.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Combine everything: Add shredded chicken, pureed beans, remaining whole beans, remaining 1 cup broth, crushed jalapeños, cumin, oregano, cilantro, and salsa verde (if using). Stir well.
- Simmer: Cook over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and flavorful.
- Serve: Top with avocado slices, extra cilantro, and tortilla chips. Add a squeeze of lime for brightness.
Nutrition
Calories: 313kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 1264mgPotassium: 1065mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1056IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 5mg
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