White Chicken Chili

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A bowl of this healthy white chicken chili packs a whopping 22 grams of protein in each serving and is appropriate for a diabetes-friendly diet. Consider topping this white chili with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to reduce calorie and fat content while still getting a creamy texture.

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The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters.

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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 3 (15 ounce) cans no-salt-added Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained

  • 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • 2 cups finely chopped onions

  • 1 ½ cups chopped desired-color sweet peppers

  • 2 4-ounce cans diced green chile peppers, undrained

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (6 ounces) (Optional)

  • 1 (7 ounce) container Plain fat-free Greek yogurt

  • 1 bunch Fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

  1. In a 4- to 5-qt. slow cooker combine beans, broth, chicken breast, onions, sweet peppers, chile peppers, garlic, cumin oregano, salt and cayenne pepper. Cover and cook on low 4 to 5 hours or high 2 to 3 hours.

  2. Remove chicken; shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to cooker. If desired, top servings with cheese, yogurt and/or cilantro.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

239 Calories
3g Fat
32g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups each
Calories 239
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 10g 37%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 22g 43%
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Vitamin A 145IU 3%
Vitamin C 89mg 99%
Folate 29mcg 7%
Sodium 582mg 25%
Calcium 128mg 10%
Iron 3mg 16%
Magnesium 75mg 18%
Potassium 772mg 16%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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