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Spicy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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This Spicy White Chicken Chili recipe features tender chicken breast, hearty beans, and a flavorful blend of spices like cumin, oregano, and chili powder. Enhanced with jalapeños, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauce, it's a zesty and comforting dish perfect for a chilly day. Serve with toppings like Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for the ultimate meal.

Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less spice)
  • 2 yellow onions, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 (14.5 oz) cans Great Northern beans
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans Black beans
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1-2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 4 small cans green chilies
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • In a large pot, sauté the onions, jalapeños, and garlic until softened.
  • Add cumin, oregano, chili powder, coriander, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  • Mix in tomato paste, beans, chicken broth, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, diced tomatoes, and green chilies.
  • Add the chicken breasts and bring the chili to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked.
  • Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  • Stir in chopped cilantro and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • Adjust the spiciness by using fewer jalapeños or omitting the Tabasco sauce.
  • This chili can be prepared a day ahead to enhance the flavors.

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