Low Carb White Bean Chicken Chili
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Carb White Bean Chicken Chili, a creamy, flavor-packed twist on classic chicken chili that's perfect for keto-friendly or low-carb diets. This hearty recipe combines tender shredded chicken, protein-rich cannellini beans, and a medley of vibrant spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder to create an irresistible depth of flavor. Finished with heavy cream and cream cheese for luscious creaminess, this dish is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it piping hot and customize your toppings with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and jalapeño slices for an extra kick. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this low-carb chili is sure to become your new go-to comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced Green bell pepper
- 2 cups, shredded Cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups, drained and rinsed Canned cannellini beans
- 1 4-ounce can Diced green chilies
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 4 ounces, softened Cream cheese
- 0.25 cup, chopped (optional, for garnish) Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup (optional, for topping) Shredded cheese
- (optional, for garnish) Sliced jalapeños
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced green bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, cannellini beans, and diced green chilies to the pot.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the chili is creamy.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and sliced jalapeños if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.9 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.2 g | 336% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 582 mg | 194% | |
| Sodium | 7218 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.9 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.4 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 177.7 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1004 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 3633 mg | 77% | |
*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.
