White Chili Football Soup Recipe

A crowd-pleasing recipe from the Blue Owl Restaurant & Bakery in historic Kimmswick, MO! This easy, flavorful white chili is perfect for game day, family gatherings, or a cozy night in. Even picky eaters will love this creamy, slightly spicy soup, packed with white beans, chicken (optional), and Monterey Jack cheese (optional). Freezes beautifully for easy weeknight meals. Get ready for touchdown-worthy taste!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 355.5 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 4.6 (114 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for White Chili Football Soup

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How to Make White Chili Football Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced, then 2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies (undrained), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Add 3 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans (undrained), 4 cups chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Add 1.5 cups cooked chicken, shredded (optional), and 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional). Stir until cheese melts completely. If omitting cheese, stir in 1/4 cup milk or cream for creaminess.
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra cheese and/or green onions (optional).
  7. **To Freeze:** Pour soup into a rigid, freezer-safe container, label, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  8. **To Reheat:** Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or gently heat frozen soup in a large pot over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

34g

Carbs

8g