Whether you’re whipping up a potluck dish for a crowd or a cozy, one-pot meal for two, few meals are as predictably satisfying as a robust white chicken chili. It’s also a beginner-friendly meal—most of these recipes incorporate canned beans and rotisserie chicken to cut down on extra steps—and it’s even better reheated the next day.
Like any chili recipe, it can be pleasantly spicy or not, but it’s always creamy, hearty, and especially comforting on cold winter nights. We’ve collected our best white chicken chili recipes in one spot, so read on—you might find your new favorite go-to.
Creamy White Chili
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“I made this for a chili cook-off and it tied for 1st place! I even used 3 cans of canned chicken, drained. I cooked the onion and garlic and chicken together in the olive oil, then added that and the rest of the ingredients to my crock-pot, following the directions at the end for adding the sour cream and whipping cream when the crock-pot was off. Will make this again!” —Amy Duplain Eckrote
Easy White Chicken Chili
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This white chicken chili has a wonderful flavor and is especially good for a quick and hearty meal on a cold winter day.
“One of my favorite recipes,” says Carla Cronk Rich. “Double the flavor the next day.”
White Bean Chicken Chili
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“Third time making this absolutely delicious recipe! It gets better each time. Last time served it for a dinner party with tortilla chips, guacamole, sour cream and cheeses… No matter how you serve this “comfort meal” it cannot disappoint. Thank you Thea!” —Susan Stewart
Easy White Chili
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“I made this recipe just as it is written. It turned out fabulous for our potluck soup day at the office! I served it with cornbread! I will make this again!” —Rose
Award-Winning White Chicken Chili
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“I took this to a gathering of 8 people, and the crock pot was emptied entirely! Everyone loved it, and it was super easy.” —Holly
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
My Hot Southern Mess
“I combined two different recipes to come up with this creamy white chili finished in the slow cooker,” says recipe creator GrandmaBonnie. “It’s kind of like a green chili with white beans.”
Cha Cha’s White Chicken Chili
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This is my ‘go to’ white chicken chili recipe and has been for several years. This recipe is solid exactly as it is! I do like to serve it with tortilla or corn chips and a small amount of cheese.” —dsel.
Crockpot Chicken Chili
Bebe Russell
“This is a crowd pleaser for sure, and so easy to make! My kids ask for it frequently. I make it as directed, and serve it with a toppings bar including sour cream, shredded cheese and diced green onions. Delish! Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!” —MelindaG
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France C
“I have made this many, many times. It is quick and easy and so delicious. Sometimes I use turkey, sometimes I use leftover rotisserie chicken. This has become one of my staple recipes. YUM!” —Mimmerfall
Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Jacob Fox / Food Styling: Sammy Mila / Prop Styling: Gabriel Greco
“It was so delicious!! I made it for a congregational potluck. There was nothing left… Will definitely make again.” —Judith
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