Some nights call for chili, but not the kind that simmers all day. This White Chicken Chili is creamy, cozy, and comes together with simple pantry staples, making it perfect for busy weeknights when everyone wants something warm and satisfying.

Made with tender chicken, white beans, green chiles, and flavorful spices, it’s hearty enough to fill everyone up without feeling overly heavy. Whether you’re serving it on a chilly evening, for game day, or meal prepping lunches for the week, this is one of those recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again.

The best part? Everyone can customize their own bowl. Pile on shredded cheese, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips, sour cream, or a squeeze of fresh lime, and let dinner feel a little more fun. It’s comfort food that fits real life—and that’s exactly how we like it.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs (High) or 8-10 hrs (Low)
Total Time: 6 hrs and 10 mins or 8 hrs and 10 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

1 lb of ground chicken
1 onion (diced)
2x cans chopped green chilies (4.5 oz)
2x Great Northern Beans (15.5 oz)
2 tsp cumin
½ cup of salsa (mild, medium or hot)
2 cups of chicken broth

chicken broth, diced onions, cumin, green chilies, ground chicken, salsa, great northern beans on the counter

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

🍋 A Few Things You Might Be Wondering…

Can I make White Chicken Chili ahead of time?
Yes! The flavors continue to develop overnight, making it perfect for meal prep.

Can I freeze it?
Absolutely. Let the chili cool completely before freezing in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

🍋‍🟩 What toppings go best with White Chicken Chili?

Shredded Monterey Jack, avocado
cilantro
tortilla chips
sour cream
sliced jalapeños
Fresh lime is also a delicious choice.

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: Cook and brown ground chicken in a skillet over a medium-high setting. Drain any excess liquid.

Step 2: Combine chicken, onions, green chilies, beans, cumin, salsa, and broth in a slow cooker, mixing well with a spoon. Cover and cook on Low for 8-10 hours or High for 5-6 hours. Enjoy!

Cooked and browned chicken in a slow cooker

Onions, green chilies, salsa in slow cooker.

Pouring chicken broth over beans in the slow cooker.

Browned chicken, onions, green chilies, beans, cumin and broth and mixed together in the slow cooker.

*Caution-Skillet on the stove top and the slow cooker will be hot!

🍋 Simply Made Tips…

Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe even quicker on busy nights.
Great Northern or cannellini beans both work beautifully.
Add a squeeze of fresh lime just before serving to brighten the flavors.
Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well for easy meals.

🌶️ Before You Go…

Love cozy dinners that make great leftovers? Browse our roundup of comforting chicken meals and hearty family favorites.

White Chicken Chili

This easy White Chicken Chili is creamy, hearty, and packed with tender chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices. Ready for busy weeknights, game days, or cozy family dinners, it's easy to customize with your favorite toppings.

Tara

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 10

Servings

Ingredients

1 lb. ground chicken
1 onion (diced)
2 cans of chopped green chilies (4.5 oz)
2 cans of Great Northern Beans (15.5 oz drained)
2 tsp cumin
2 cups chicken broth (add more if desired)
½ cup salsa (mild, medium, hot)

Instructions

Cook and brown ground chicken in a skillet over a medium-high setting. Drain any excess liquid.
Combine chicken, onion, green chilies, beans, cumin, salsa, and broth in a slow cooker, mixing well with a spoon mix together.
Cover and cook on Low for 8-10 hours or High for 5-6 hours. Serve with tortilla chips, hearty bread, sour cream, or shredded cheese.
* Caution: Skillet on the stovetop, and the slow cooker will be hot!