Next time you feel like making soup, try our white bean chili with chicken. This delicious soup is hearty and filling enough to serve on its own. With its creaminess try pairing it with our jalapeño cheddar biscuits.
How is White Bean Chili with Chicken Similar to Traditional Chili?
- Both soups are hearty
- They can both be considered comfort food
- Each can be served as their own meal
- They can be a complete dinner
- Leftovers from both are great the next day
- Each take only one pot to make
How is White Bean Chili with Chicken Different From Traditional Chili?
- Chicken is used instead of beef as the meat ingredient
- White beans are used in place of chili beans
- Cream cheese is included in the chili to give it creaminess
- Different spices are used in white bean chili with chicken than in traditional chili
Can I Make This Ahead of Time?
The white bean chili with chicken can be made early in the day and reheated before serving. You can also make a pot of the chili and refrigerate it to serve at a later time. Remove it from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Heat it on the stove until bubbling.
What Ingredients Are Used?
- Chicken, rotisserie or leftover baked
- Spices
- White beans
- Fresh cilantro
- Fresh lime juice
- Chicken broth, low sodium or homemade
- Cream cheese
- Jalapeños
Using fresh cilantro and fresh lime juice is important to the overall taste of the chili. Both give another layer of flavor to the finished taste.
What if I Don’t Like Cilantro?
Not everyone likes the taste of cilantro. If that’s the case, add fresh parsley instead. You may also want to add a little extra fresh lime juice. Once you taste this chili with the fresh herbs and juice, you will understand how fresh herbs makes it pop in your mouth.
What Spices Do We Use?
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Red pepper flakes
- Peruvian Chili Lime Seasoning
What is Peruvian Chili Lime Seasoning?
One of our favorite blends from Savory Spice is their Peruvian Chili Lime seasoning. It includes a mixture of cumin, salt, mild chili powder, turmeric, and Mexican oregano. If you want to mix your own, use a combination of these spices and herbs. Taste throughout the process of making the white bean chili with chicken.
What Can I Use in Place of Rotisserie Chicken?
- Leftover baked chicken
- Poached chicken
- Any previously cooked chicken
What Can I Serve With White Bean Chili with Chicken?
- Jalapeno cheddar biscuits
- Avocado slices
- Tortilla chips
- Extra sharp cheddar cheese
- Monterrey jack cheese
- Flatbread
- Lettuce salad with strawberries and nuts
How Much Does This Recipe Make?
If you follow the recipe you will have about eight cups of chili. If you have a large enough soup pot, you can easily double this recipe.
Can I Freeze Leftover White Bean Chili with Chicken?
Yes, you can freeze this chili. If you know you will have leftover chili, freeze it in a freezer-safe container. To thaw it out, place it in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator and reheat on the stove. It’s best to reheat this slowly. When it is bubbling, add the fresh cilantro or parsley and lime juice before serving.
When the white bean chili with chicken is simmering, bake up a batch of our jalapeño cheddar drop biscuits to serve alongside your tasty chili. They make a terrific combination.