Low Calorie White Chicken Chili with Greek Yogurt: 30-Minute Creamy, High-Protein Comfort
A light, creamy white chicken chili made with lean shredded chicken, white beans, green chilies, and Greek yogurt. High-protein, low-calorie, and ready in 30 minutes for a cozy, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp dried oregano
Pinch cayenne (optional)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced green chilies (4 oz)
2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
½–¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
Juice of ½ lime
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: cilantro, jalapeños, avocado for garnish
Instructions
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Heat oil in a pot. Sauté onion 3–4 mins, then add garlic and spices. Cook 1 min more.
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Stir in chicken, beans, chilies, and broth. Simmer 10–15 minutes.
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Remove from heat. Slowly stir in Greek yogurt and lime juice.
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Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with toppings of choice.
Notes
Don’t boil after adding yogurt. Mash beans for thicker texture. Add spinach or corn for extra veggies.