Black And White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe

This Black & White Bean Chicken Chili is a comforting and satisfying one-pot meal, perfect for a chilly evening! Bursting with flavor from smoky chili powder and cumin, tender chicken, and hearty beans, this recipe is easy to make and sure to become a family favorite. Top with your favorite chili fixings for an extra delicious experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 470.6 kcal
Protein 59g
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Ingredients for Black And White Bean Chicken Chili

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Onion
  • Garlic Clove
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • White Shoepeg Corn
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • Cooked Chicken
  • Green Chilies
  • Fresh Cilantro

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How to Make Black And White Bean Chicken Chili

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until onions are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in flour, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
  5. Add milk and stir to combine.
  6. Add the chicken, black beans, and cannellini beans. Stir to combine.
  7. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
  8. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded.
  9. Stir in chopped cilantro.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with crushed taco chips, a dollop of sour cream, extra cilantro, and hot sauce (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

18g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Black And White Bean Chicken Chili?

Black And White Bean Chicken Chili takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Black And White Bean Chicken Chili?

Black And White Bean Chicken Chili has approximately 470.6 calories per serving, with about 59 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Black And White Bean Chicken Chili?

The key ingredients for Black And White Bean Chicken Chili are Oil, Onion, Garlic Clove, Flour, Chili Powder, Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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