Healthy White Chicken Chili (Instant Pot) Recipe

This creamy, protein-packed healthy white chicken chili Instant Pot recipe comes together in just 30 minutes using simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep, it's comfort food you can feel good about serving the whole family.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Prep Time: 8

Cook Time: 20

Natural Release: 10

Total Time: 38

Servings: servings

Calories: 280kcal

Cost: $12–$15 total (around $2.50 per serving)

Equipment

1 Instant Pot 6-quart or larger
1 Wooden Spoon For stirring without scratching liner
1 Measuring Set Cups and spoons
1 Can Opener For beans and chilies
1 Serving Ladle For easy serving

Ingredients

1.5 lbs Chicken breast Boneless, skinless
2 cans Great northern beans 15 oz each, drained and rinsed
1 can Diced green chilies 4 oz
1 Onion Medium, diced
3 cloves Garlic Minced
4 cups Chicken broth Low sodium
1 cup Greek yogurt Plain, stirred in at the end
1 packet Taco seasoning Or use homemade blend
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Chili powder
0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Salt and pepper To taste

Instructions

Dice onion and garlic.
Sauté onion and garlic in the Instant Pot using sauté function.
Add chicken, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add beans, diced green chilies, and chicken broth on top—do not stir.
Seal lid and pressure cook on high for 12 minutes.
Let Instant Pot naturally release for 10 minutes.
Remove chicken and shred it using two forks, then return to the pot.
Stir in Greek yogurt until fully incorporated and creamy.
Adjust seasoning as needed with salt and pepper.
Serve hot with optional garnishes like cilantro, lime wedges, shredded cheese, avocado, or green onions.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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