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White Chicken Chili with Greek Yogurt

Creamy White Chicken Chili with Greek Yogurt for Guilt-Free Comfort

This Creamy White Chicken Chili with Greek Yogurt is a protein-packed delight perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 medium Onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth (low sodium)
  • 1 cup White Beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup Corn (frozen or canned)
  • 2 pcs Diced Green Chiles
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (2% or higher)
  • 1 lime Lime (juiced)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped)

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  2. Stir in cumin, oregano, and chili powder. Cook for roughly 30 seconds to bloom flavors.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash white beans with a bit of chicken broth until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Add mashed beans, remaining whole beans, corn, diced green chiles, and chicken broth to the Dutch oven. Bring to a gentle simmer and cover for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove chicken breasts and shred them. Return shredded chicken to the pot. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Turn off heat and stir in Greek yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Consider adding more spices for a bolder flavor and adjusting the consistency with additional broth as needed.

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