Lean Green Chicken Chili

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Loaded with vibrant veggies, lean protein, and bold spices, Lean Green Chicken Chili is a nutritious, flavor-packed twist on classic chili. This hearty dish combines ground chicken, tender cannellini and great northern beans, and a medley of green veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, and diced green chilies for a nutrient-rich meal that’s as comforting as it is healthy. A fragrant blend of cumin, chili powder, and coriander adds a warm, smoky depth of flavor, while optional toppings like fresh cilantro, creamy Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, and zesty lime wedges elevate each bowl to perfection. Ready in just 45 minutes, this gluten-free, protein-packed chili is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it with a side of warm cornbread or tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s sure to satisfy.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

20 items

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 pound Ground chicken
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1 medium Jalapeño, minced (optional)
• 4 ounces Green chilies, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Chicken broth, low sodium
• 15 ounces Canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional topping)
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional topping)
• 1 whole Lime wedges (optional)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the ground chicken to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.

5. Toss in the green bell pepper, zucchini, and jalapeño (if using). Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

6. Stir in the diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

7. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

8. Add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans and great northern beans, stirring to combine.

9. Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow flavors to meld.

10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

11. Ladle the Lean Green Chicken Chili into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, a dollop of Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, and a squeeze of fresh lime, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (440.2g)

Calories		377
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		15.0 g	19%
	Saturated Fat	4.4 g	22%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		77 mg	26%
Sodium		654 mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate		34.8 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	9.2 g	33%
	Total Sugars	4.4 g
Protein		27.3 g	55%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		187 mg	14%
Iron		4.0 mg	22%
Potassium		967 mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 807 cal (35.2%%)

Protein: 650 cal (28.3%%)

Carbs: 837 cal (36.5%%)