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Healthy White Chicken Chili Instant Pot Recipe

Healthy White Chicken Chili Instant Pot Recipe for Quick Comfort

Enjoy a delicious Healthy White Chicken Chili Instant Pot Recipe that's protein-packed and ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast Provides lean protein and substance
  • 1 can great northern beans Can substitute with other white beans if needed
  • 1 can diced green chilies Use fresh jalapeños for more spice if desired
  • 1 medium onion Use yellow or white onion for the best flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic Can use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Ideal to control salt content
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Substitute with sour cream if necessary
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Adjust ingredients for homemade seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Garnish to add freshness
  • 2 slices lime wedges Adds a zesty kick
  • 1 medium avocado Use ripe avocados for the best taste

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by dicing one medium onion and mincing three garlic cloves. Set aside.
  2. Select the sauté function on your Instant Pot, add olive oil, and sauté onion and garlic for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add two pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add one can of drained great northern beans, one can of diced green chilies, and four cups of chicken broth.
  5. Seal the Instant Pot lid and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes.
  6. Allow for natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
  7. Remove chicken and shred using two forks, then return to the pot.
  8. Stir in one cup of Greek yogurt until creamy, adjust seasoning to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and leftovers improve in flavor over time. Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.

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