Creamy Low-Fat White Chicken Chili Delight
Warm up your taste buds with this Creamy Low-Fat White Chicken Chili Delight! This hearty and nutritious dish is perfect for sharing with family and friends. With tender, cubed boneless skinless chicken mingling with creamy great northern beans, zesty green chilies, and a variety of spices, you’ll enjoy a flavor-packed meal that’s low in fat but not short on taste. Serve it over rice for added texture or enjoy a cup on its own. Ideal for chilly days or any time you need a comforting bowl of goodness!
10
Servings
230
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
1 tablespoon (none)
boneless skinless chicken
2 lbs (cubed)
onion
1 medium (chopped)
garlic cloves
3 (minced)
great northern beans
2 (15 ounce) cans (drained)
fat free chicken broth
32 ounces (none)
diced green chilies
7 ounces (none)
diced jalapeno peppers
4 ounces (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
oregano
1 teaspoon (none)
cumin
1 teaspoon (none)
cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (none)
fat free sour cream
1 cup (none)
fat-free half-and-half
1/3 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
2
Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3
Stir in the drained great northern beans, fat-free chicken broth, diced green chilies, diced jalapeno peppers, and all the spices (salt, oregano, cumin, cayenne pepper, and black pepper). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4
Allow the chili to simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the flavors meld together.
5
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the fat-free sour cream and fat-free half-and-half until fully incorporated and heated through, being careful not to boil.
6
Serve hot over rice or enjoy it on its own for a delicious, comforting meal.
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
22g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Low-Fat White Chicken Chili Delight?
It is a hearty, nutritious dish featuring tender chicken, great northern beans, green chilies, and various spices in a low-fat creamy base.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
Is this white chicken chili low in fat?
Yes, it is designed to be low in fat, containing only 2g of fat per serving.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 230 calories.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 2 lbs of boneless skinless chicken, cubed.
What kind of beans are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses two 15-ounce cans of great northern beans, which should be drained before adding.
What makes the chili creamy without adding much fat?
The creaminess comes from adding one cup of fat-free sour cream and 1/3 cup of fat-free half-and-half.
Is this chicken chili spicy?
It has a zesty flavor profile due to 7 ounces of diced green chilies, 4 ounces of diced jalapeno peppers, and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
How long should the chili simmer?
After bringing the mixture to a simmer, allow it to cook for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 20g of protein in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 22g of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of broth is required?
The recipe specifies 32 ounces of fat-free chicken broth.
What spices are used to season the chili?
The spices include 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
How much garlic is needed?
You will need 3 minced garlic cloves.
How should I prepare the onion?
Use one medium onion and chop it before sautéing.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot and brown the cubed chicken.
Can I boil the chili after adding the dairy ingredients?
No, when you stir in the sour cream and half-and-half, you should be careful not to let the mixture boil.
What serving suggestion is provided?
The recipe suggests serving the hot chili over rice or enjoying it on its own.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized under Chowders.
How much olive oil is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
How much cayenne pepper is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for a comforting meal.
How much fat-free half-and-half is used?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of fat-free half-and-half.
How much fat-free sour cream is included?
The recipe includes 1 cup of fat-free sour cream.
What is the total count of ingredients?
There are 15 ingredients in this recipe.
Are the jalapeno peppers fresh or canned?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces of diced jalapeno peppers, which can be canned or fresh depending on your preference.
How much cumin is in the chili?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of cumin.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy recipe due to its low fat content and high protein.
How much black pepper is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include low fat, white chicken chili, chowder, healthy, easy recipe, comfort food, and chili.