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White Bean Chicken Chili Soup Recipe

September 22, 2014 by hipfoodiemom 72 Comments

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White bean chicken chili is a fantastic comfort food dinner to serve on a cold night. The consistency of this dish is thicker than soup but thinner than traditional chili. So, sometimes I like to call it chicken chili soup!

pot of white bean chicken chili

The official first day of autumn is tomorrow. Not that I needed an official day to get into my fall mindset and whip up one of our favorite chili soups.

Now, initially, this white bean chicken chili recipe happened by accident. Or, maybe I should call it experimenting. My kids love white beans and chicken, and we love chili, too. So, in an effort to not make a vegetarian chili, (even though I wanted to) and wanting to compromise with my meat loving husband, we came up with this chicken chili soup.

chicken chili soup in a pot

white bean chicken chili recipe shortcut

This chicken chili has a little bit of everything in it. As a result, everyone is happy. And it’s relatively quick to make.

My trick to making it quickly? I use shredded rotisserie chicken. It’s already cooked for you and tastes delicious. You simply shred it up and stir it in at the end.

How to meal prep chicken chili soup

If you want to make this recipe as a make-ahead meal, just prep and cut all of your veggies the night before. I like to shred the rotisserie chicken as well. This way, everything is ready to go when you get home from work.

Loaded with meat and veggies, this hearty white bean chicken chili will definitely satisfy! And feel free to use whatever veggies you have at home. I use:

  • swiss chard
  • zucchini
  • corn niblets (you can use canned or frozen)
  • bell peppers
  • white or yellow onions

pot of homemade chicken chili with lots of vegetables

I hope you enjoy this white bean chicken chili soup recipe! And who else is excited for fall weather, warm sweaters and thick socks?

Serving Suggestions

Obviously, this is a hearty dinner, and because it has protein, vegetables and healthy carbohydrates in it, you can serve it as-is. If you’d like to serve something on the side, any of these sides will be perfect.

  • Parmesan Garlic Rolls
  • Crunchy Kale Salad
  • Simple Fruit Salad
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White Bean Chicken Chili

White bean chicken chili is a fantastic comfort food dinner to serve on a cold night. The consistency is thinner than traditional chili, so sometimes I like to call it chicken chili soup!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time50 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken chili soup, comfort food, white bean chicken chili
Servings: 4 to 6
Author: Hip Foodie Mom

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 large zucchini diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • salt and pepper
  • 15 oz. canned cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 15 oz. canned garbanzo beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 bunch Swiss chard stems removed and leaves chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen corn niblets
  • 5 cups low-sodium chicken stock plus more, if needed
  • 2 to 3 cups rotisserie chicken shredded, skin removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • chopped fresh flat leaf parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Using a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, for about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the diced zucchini and the bell peppers and season with the cumin, oregano, chili powder, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the beans, Swiss chard, corn, and chicken stock.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and then turn the heat down low to a simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and red pepper flakes (if using) and simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes. Season with more salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

 

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  1. Jeanette+|+Jeanette's+Healthy+Living

    September 22, 2014 at 6:22 am

    Love how hearty and healthy this sounds – I could eat this all week long 🙂

    Reply
  2. mi jin

    September 22, 2014 at 8:39 am

    It’s still 92 degrees in TX but this looks too good to not make this week. Thanks Al!

    Reply
  3. Maria+|+Pink+Patisserie

    September 22, 2014 at 9:28 am

    This is perfect tailgating food, and I’m a huge, huge fan of a rotisserie chicken! Looks so delicious Alice!

    Reply
  4. Maria+|+Pink+Patisserie

    September 22, 2014 at 10:23 am

    One of my family’s favorite chili recipes is a turkey white bean recipe. This soup would be a hit, and I’d love a big giant bowl! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Liz+@+Floating+Kitchen

    September 22, 2014 at 10:33 am

    This soup looks delicious. And I use rotisserie chickens all the time. Best kitchen shortcut EVER!

    Reply
  6. Kelly

    September 22, 2014 at 4:32 pm

    Oh Alice, this soup looks so comforting and delicious! I love that it has a little bit of everything to please every one in the family 🙂 Especially love that you used rotisserie chicken – such a life saver for those busy nights! I could definitely get cozy with a big bowl of this yummy soup 🙂

    Reply
  7. Danae @ Recipe Runner

    September 22, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    Such a great looking chili for fall and I love the rotisserie chicken shortcut. All those veggies look delicious!

    Reply
  8. Nancy @ gottagetbaked

    September 22, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    Me! Me! Me! I can’t wait to bring out the slow cooker, slip into my big sweaters and wear my new motorcycle boots. But it’s freaking hot in Vancouver. It was 30 degrees C yesterday (I have no idea how to convert that to Farenheit <– apparently, I can't spell it either!). This chili looks delicious, Alice. Like pure comfort in a pot. I love the rotisserie chicken shortcut and all the healthy veggies in there.

    Reply
  9. Allison

    September 23, 2014 at 6:19 am

    Happy autumn and happy chili season! I love the white beans in here for a creamy, dreamy alternative to the traditional kidney beans. And can I just say, I adore that purple le crueset. Gorgeous recipe and photos!

    Reply
  10. Chelsea+@chelseasmessyapron

    September 23, 2014 at 7:23 am

    This looks awesome Alice! I can’t get enough soup right now and I love all the flavors in this one 🙂 Pinned!!

    Reply
  11. Amy | Club Narwhal

    September 23, 2014 at 8:50 am

    Alice, I absolutely ADORE meals like this in the fall–hearty but healthy. Comfort food at its finest!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      September 23, 2014 at 11:01 am

      Thanks so much, Amy!!! We gobbled this up!

      Reply
  12. Jocelyn+(Grandbaby+Cakes)

    September 23, 2014 at 9:34 am

    This soup is all I can now think about. I mean it is hearty perfection. Pinning now!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      September 23, 2014 at 11:01 am

      haha, thanks J. . see you soon!!!! 😛

      Reply
  13. Meggan | Culinary Hill

    September 23, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    This chili looks so delicious! So great for fall, and a fun change from the typical beefy kind. Pinning!

    Reply
  14. Shashi

    September 23, 2014 at 12:44 pm

    I agree with your children, I love white beans and chicken and corn too – loving the sound of this hearty soup!

    Reply
  15. Kathi @ Deliciously Yum!

    September 23, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    Isn’t it funny how “experiments” turn into some of our favorite meals sometimes? I love everything you managed to add to this beautiful-looking soup! Can’t wait to pin and make this ASAP!

    Reply
  16. Eva

    September 24, 2014 at 6:33 am

    Nice recipe to start autumn ! A real comforting soup. Like your casserole Le Creuset 😉 Have a nice autumn 🙂

    Reply
  17. Carolyn+Ketchum

    October 3, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    This looks so warm and comforting. I just turned the heat on my house for the first time this season and I could use a nice bowl of comfort food!

    Reply
  18. elizabeth

    October 5, 2014 at 12:39 pm

    Sounds delicious, ideal for school lunches; add a salad and crusty rolls, a quick dinner.

    Reply
  19. Christi

    October 6, 2014 at 5:29 pm

    Made this tonight for my family, and everyone loved it! They are every bite!! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      October 6, 2014 at 7:30 pm

      Hi Christi,
      oh, I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks so much for letting me know!! This comment made my night! 🙂

      Reply
  20. Chris+@+Shared+Appetite

    October 7, 2014 at 10:25 am

    Here it is. THE chili. You know, the one that was featured by Feed Feed. Yea, that one. Congrats on that Alice! Much deserved… because well, 1) you’re totally awesome and 2) this chili sounds amazeballs!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      October 7, 2014 at 11:46 am

      Chris, you are so sweet!! Thank you. . you’re pretty awesome yourself!!

      Reply
  21. My+Inner+Chick

    October 11, 2014 at 10:06 am

    On this chilly Autumn day,
    I shall make this! yummmmmmmmmmmm
    thank you, Sweets. xx

    Reply
  22. Angie

    October 11, 2014 at 7:24 pm

    Made this tonight. Mmmmmmmmmmmm!!

    Reply
  23. Angie

    October 11, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    I made this tonight. Mmmmmmmmm!

    Reply
  24. Angie

    October 11, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    I made this tonight. Yum!

    Reply
  25. Angie

    October 11, 2014 at 10:00 pm

    I made his tonight. Yum!!!!!

    Reply
  26. michael

    October 15, 2014 at 3:41 pm

    …..MMM looks delicious, I am going to try your recipe! 🙂

    Michael

    Reply
  27. My+Inner+Chick

    October 15, 2014 at 5:20 pm

    A Note: I just made it! It is simmering on my stove this very moment!
    Thank you! xx

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      October 15, 2014 at 5:24 pm

      so happy to hear this, Kim!!! Let me know how you like it!!

      Reply
  28. LeeAnn

    October 18, 2014 at 5:05 am

    Can this be frozen and reheated later?

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      October 18, 2014 at 7:05 am

      Hi LeeAnn, I don’t see why not. If you try this, please let me know. Thank you and I hope you make it!

      Reply
  29. Valerie

    November 13, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    Just made this for dinner. Huge hit!! Thanks for the recipe. Definitely adding this to my repertoire!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      November 13, 2014 at 8:38 pm

      So great to hear Valerie!! Woot woot!!

      Reply
  30. Tina

    November 19, 2014 at 8:47 am

    Made this last night and is was SO good. ( I left out the swiss chard because I didn’t have any) My husband said he could eat it forever! For sure will be adding this one to the rotation. Thanks for the recipe 🙂

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      November 19, 2014 at 8:49 am

      Awh, thanks so much, Tina!!! This comment just made my morning!! Thank you for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  31. Michelle

    March 30, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    I made this last night and it was delicious! I replaced the Swiss Chard with Baby Kale (because that’s what we had) and added a can of tinned tomatoes (because of too many in the cupboard!). The smell this made when cooking was amazing. We will be making this again.

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      March 30, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      So happy to hear this, Michelle!!! Thank you!!!

      Reply
  32. Krysten Gossard @FreshFitKitchen

    October 29, 2016 at 7:30 am

    A Gorgeous Recipe and can I just say I love the color of your Le Creuset Dutch oven? That lilac color! GORG!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      October 29, 2016 at 7:53 am

      Thank you!!!

      Reply
  33. Zoe Tourlitis

    February 26, 2017 at 10:27 am

    Do you know the Nutrition facts for this?

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      February 26, 2017 at 11:45 pm

      Hi Zoe, no I’m sorry I do not.

      Reply
  34. Raquel Ogaz

    February 27, 2017 at 8:06 pm

    I made this soup today, hubby and I loved it! Added half a can of diced tomatoes because I had some in my fridge and some extra chicken broth and it was delicious! Will definitely make this again. Thank you!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      February 27, 2017 at 8:51 pm

      Hooray!!! Thank you for letting me know!

      Reply
      • Hattie

        October 29, 2019 at 8:17 am

        What would you suggest to replace the zucchini as I don’t have any on hand?

        Reply
        • hipfoodiemom

          October 29, 2019 at 2:16 pm

          Hi! you can skip it if you don’t have it.

          Reply
  35. Anu Joy

    October 30, 2019 at 6:12 am

    It looks so yum…

    Reply

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