Easy 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili

This might be one of the easiest dinners you’ll make all week! Grab a rotisserie chicken, dump everything into one pot, let it simmer, and dinner is done.

It’s warm, comforting, packed with protein and perfect for a busy weeknight. Top it with Greek yogurt and cheese for even more protein!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Just 5 main ingredients
• Rotisserie chicken does the heavy lifting
• One pot and simple cleanup
• High in protein and super cozy

What You’ll Need

• Rotisserie chicken: 2–3 cups, shredded.
• White beans: 2 cans.
• Salsa verde: 1 jar.
• Green chiles: 1 can.
• Chicken broth: 4 cups.
• Toppings: Greek yogurt and shredded cheese for extra protein.

How to Make White Chicken Chili

Step 1: Add everything to the pot

Add the chicken, beans, salsa verde, green chiles and broth to a pot.

Step 2: Simmer

Bring it to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes.

Step 3: Top and serve

Stir in Greek yogurt when serving, and top with shredded cheese if you like.

Busy Mom Tips

• Picky toddler option: chicken + beans + cheese + tortilla chips.
• Top with Greek yogurt and shredded cheese for extra protein.
• Estimated macros per serving (makes 6, before toppings): ~300 calories, 35g protein, 30g carbs, 5g fat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use rotisserie chicken in white chicken chili?

Yes! Rotisserie chicken does all the heavy lifting, so this chili is ready in about 20 minutes.

How do I make it higher in protein?

Top each bowl with Greek yogurt and shredded cheese.

What do I serve picky toddlers?

Try a plate of chicken, beans, cheese and tortilla chips.

How to Store and Reheat

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Reheat on the stove and add toppings fresh.

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Easy White Chicken Chili

This might be one of the easiest dinners you’ll make all week! Grab a rotisserie chicken, dump everything into one pot, let it simmer, and dinner is done. It’s warm, comforting, packed with protein and perfect for a busy weeknight. Top it with Greek yogurt and cheese for even more protein!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 6 people

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 2–3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
• 2 cans white beans
• 1 jar salsa verde
• 1 can green chiles
• 4 cups chicken broth
• Greek yogurt and shredded cheese optional, for topping

Method

 

Directions

1. Dump everything into a pot.
2. Bring to a simmer.
3. Cook 15–20 minutes.
4. Stir in Greek yogurt when serving for extra protein.
5. Top with shredded cheese if you want.

Notes

Picky toddler option: chicken + beans + cheese + tortilla chips.

This is exactly the kind of recipe I’d want HBM known for: dump it in, heat it up, dinner is done.

Makes 6 servings
Per serving:
Calories: ~300
Protein: ~35g
Carbs: ~30g
Fat: ~5g

This is before optional cheese/toppings.