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zoup white chicken chili recipe

Zoup White Chicken Chili Recipe

This zoup white chicken chili recipe combines tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, corn, and warm spices in a rich bone broth for a cozy one pot meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Flavor Base
  • 32 oz Chicken bone broth 1 jar, high quality
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing
Protein
  • 1.5 to 2 lb Cooked chicken Shredded or cubed
Vegetables
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper Diced
  • 4 oz can Diced green chilis 1 can
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen or canned
Beans
  • 2 15 oz cans Great Northern or cannellini beans Drained and rinsed
Spices
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • Pinch Cayenne pepper Optional

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven or heavy soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in drained white beans, corn, and green chilis. Pour in chicken bone broth and stir gently.
  3. Add shredded chicken. Sprinkle cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for about 40 minutes until flavors blend and broth thickens.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add cayenne if desired. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Mash ½ cup of beans before adding for thicker texture.
• Use high quality bone broth for deeper flavor.
• Simmer gently to avoid drying out chicken.
• Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
• Freezer friendly for up to 2 months.