Description
This Pressure-cooker White Bean Chicken Chili is creamy, hearty, and packed with tender chicken, soft white beans, and warm Southwestern spices. Finished with fresh avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, it is a comforting yet bright meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 600 grams boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cans white beans, about 800 grams drained
- 750 milliliters chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 mild green chilies, chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large avocado, sliced for topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Turn the pressure cooker to sauté mode and add the olive oil.
- Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs, drained white beans, chopped green chilies, ground cumin, dried oregano, fine sea salt, and black pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir gently to combine.
- Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Lightly mash some of the beans with a spoon to thicken the chili if desired.
- Serve hot topped with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Sautéing the onion and garlic first builds deeper flavor.
- Do not quick release immediately, allow a short natural release to keep the chicken tender.
- Mash a portion of the beans for a thicker consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg