Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1 yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 tsp cumin

1 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1 tsp chili powder

1/4 tsp cayenne

2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed

2 lbs chicken breasts, raw (~3 large breasts)

4 cups chicken broth

2 (4 oz) cans green chiles

1 can fire roasted tomatoes

1 can corn, drained and rinsed

1 lime, juiced

1/2 cup Greek yogurt (2% recommended)

Toppings:

Greek yogurt

Cilantro

Cheddar cheese

Jalapeno

Lime wedges

Tortilla chips

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

Step 2: Stir in cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cayenne. Cook for an additional minute to release the spices’ aromas.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, mash 1 cup of the white beans with a potato masher or fork until soft. This will help thicken the chili.

Step 4: Add the chicken broth, mashed beans, remaining whole beans, green chiles, fire roasted tomatoes, and corn to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5: Place the raw chicken breasts into the pot and increase heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 6: Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Cooking time may vary based on the size of the chicken breasts.

Step 7: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and let cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 8: Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the lime juice and Greek yogurt until well combined.

Step 9: Serve hot with your choice of toppings such as cilantro, extra Greek yogurt, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, lime wedges, and tortilla chips.

Tips & Variations

For a creamier chili, add more Greek yogurt or a splash of heavy cream before serving.

To make this chili in a crockpot, combine all ingredients except the yogurt and lime juice. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, shred chicken before stirring in yogurt and lime.

Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level according to your preference.

Add fresh avocado slices for a cool, creamy contrast.

FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breasts?

Yes, you can use cooked rotisserie chicken to save time. Add it in near the end of cooking just to warm through since it’s already cooked.

Is this recipe spicy?

The chili has a mild to medium heat level because of the chili powder and cayenne. You can adjust the spice by reducing or omitting cayenne or adding more jalapenos as a topping.