Description
This Healthy White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, this creamy, dairy-free dish is packed with lean protein, fiber-rich beans, and vibrant veggies. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 poblano peppers (seeded and diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2–3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans white cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can corn (drained)
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese (optional)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and poblano peppers for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute before transferring to a slow cooker.
- In the slow cooker, combine chicken broth, beans, corn, spices, and salt. Mix well.
- Nestle the chicken into the mixture, submerging it slightly. Cover and cook on high for 4–6 hours or low for 6–8 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir in cream cheese and coconut milk until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg