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    Home » Recipes » Instant Pot

    White Bean and Chicken Chili

    Published by Rodney on February 6, 2018 - Jump to Recipe - 1 Comment

    This White Bean and Chicken Chili recipe is a superb alternative for you white meat lovers out there. Absolutely delicious.
    white bean chicken chili

    I love making Chili. My Famous Chili is what pushed me to write a Recipe Book and start this food blog. In any case, this White Bean and Chicken Chili is one of my favs.

    chili ingredients in saucepan

    Initially, I would make my Chili for my annual Super Bowl party but as time went on, I would make it for different events. Then I entered into a few Chili cookoffs and even won a couple.

    white bean chicken chili

    Now we all know that Chili is very subjective, especially in different parts of the country. Some like it chunky while others like it soupy.

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    Instant Pot

    Some don’t want any beans in their Chili while others do. Some want it spicy and others want it mild.

    For this year’s Super Bowl party, I decided to part ways from my usual Chili and make a chicken based Chili with white beans. This Chili was a hit with everyone!

    white bean chicken chili

    I was running late one day, and the only way I could get the Chili done in time was to use my Instant Pot pressure cooker. This recipe can easily be made on the stovetop as well.

    🐓 How to Handle Raw Chicken

    Leave the chicken in the fridge until ready to use.
    Be careful of dripping juices. Clean up immediately.
    Do not wash raw chicken (which prevents cross-contamination).
    Wash all utensils and cutting boards (if applicable).
    If marinating the chicken, make sure you toss the juices before you cook. Don't ever use the juice from the marinade.
    Wash your hands after handling raw chicken.

    💭 Ingredient Substitution

    If you don't have any Great Northern Beans on hand you can substitute for some navy beans or cannellini beans.

    An alternative to using chicken broth is Better Than Bouillon. I often use it when I don't have broth on hand.

    white bean chicken chili

    💭 Recipe Tip

    If you are going to make this chili on the stovetop you can use canned beans to save time.

    white bean chicken chili

    For more great recipes with Great Northern Beans, I suggest you check these recipes out:

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    • slow cooker buffalo chicken chili
      Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
    • Slow Cooker Chunky Vegetarian Chili
    • Copycat California Pizza Kitchen White Hummus
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    📋 Gather your Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this White Bean and Chicken Chili recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Great Northern Beans, Yellow Onion, Garlic Cloves, All Purpose Flour, Chili Powder, Ground Cumin, Ground Coriander, Dried Oregano, Ground Black Pepper, Green Chilies, Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Chicken and Unsalted Butter.

    🥣 How to Make White Bean and Chicken Chili

    Instant Pot Method
    Using the saute feature of your Instant Pot, cook onions and garlic in butter until tender. Make a rue by adding flour and seasonings and mixing well.
    Stir in chicken broth, beans and chilies. Add chicken and cook on the bean/chili setting for 45 minutes. Let pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick release. Remove the top and mix well. Let sit for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
    Stovetop Method
    In a large pot, cook onions and garlic in butter until tender. Make a rue by adding flour and seasonings and mixing well.
    Stir in chicken broth, PREPARED beans and chilies. Add chicken and cover. Let cook on medium-low heat for 45 minutes stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let sit for about 10 minutes until it thickens.

    📖 Recipe

    white bean chicken chili

    White Bean and Chicken Chili

    This White Bean and Chicken Chili recipe is a superb alternative for you white meat lovers out there. Absolutely delicious.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep TimePrep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook TimeCook Time 55 minutes mins
    Total TimeTotal Time 1 hour hr
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Author Rodney
    Servings 12
    Calories 192 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker
    • Large Pot (if making on stovetop)

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 Yellow Onion, diced
    • 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
    • 3 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
    • 2 tablespoon All Purpose Flour
    • 2 teaspoon Chili Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Coriander
    • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • 6 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
    • 1 lb Great Northern Beans, dried
    • 8 oz Green Chilies, diced
    • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts, cooked & diced

    Instructions
     

    Instant Pot Method

    • Using the saute feature of your Instant Pot, cook onions and garlic in butter until tender. Make a rue by adding flour and seasonings and mixing well.
    • Stir in chicken broth, beans and chilies. Add chicken and cook on the bean/chili setting for 45 minutes. Let pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick release. Remove top and mix well. Let sit for about 10 minutes until it thickens.

    Stovetop Method

    • In a large pot, cook onions and garlic in butter until tender. Make a rue by adding flour and seasonings and mixing well.
    • Stir in chicken broth, PREPARED beans and chilies. Add chicken and cover. Let cook on medium-low heat for 45 minutes stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let sit for about 10 minutes until it thickens.

    Notes

    → If you a hard time finding Great Northern Beans, you can substitute with Navy Beans.
    → Don't have any chicken on hand? You can use Turkey breasts.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 22gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 194mgPotassium: 561mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1. Agness

      November 06, 2022 at 2:17 pm

      This white bean chili is very tasty. The instant pot makes this recipe so easy to make. I made it for a pot luck at work and everyone thought I had spent hours making it. Thanks to the chef for posting this recipe.

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