This easy 30 minute white chicken chili is a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken. It’s hearty and delicious, and perfect for any night of the week.
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Well, if making dinner happen quicker is one of your resolutions then I have you covered! Remember that homemade oven roasted rotisserie chicken?? Well, this soup can use up the leftovers which is how we are making this a 30 minute meal! I like to serve this topped with all the toppings! It’s also great with this buttermilk cornbread and a simple side salad with homemade buttermilk ranch dressing!
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About this 30 Minute White Chicken Chili:
- If you don’t have rotisserie chicken no problem! Just use 2 chicken breasts instead. And if you don’t have any chicken that is already cooked that is no problem as well. Just cut the chicken into bite sized pieces and cook it with the onions until cooked through. Then continue on with the recipe.
- This soup freezes well. Just cool completely and freeze in a freezer safe container. This can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
- I added corn to this recipe because I had some on hand and wanted to use it up. If you don’t want corn in your soup it still tastes great without it.

This 30 minute white chicken chili is a great way to use up some leftover rotisserie chicken. Plus, it's hearty, delicious and great for any night of the week.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small jalapeno, finely chopped (remove seeds and ribs for less heat)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken broth
- 4 cups (400g) shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 (15 oz) (425g) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15.25 oz) (432g) can of corn, drained (optional)
- 1 (7 oz) (198g) or 2 (4 oz) can diced green chilies, drained if needed
- 2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Optional toppings: tortilla chips, shredded cheese, cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, avocado, green onions
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In a large pot heat olive oil over medium to medium low heat. Add onion and jalapeno pepper. Cook stirring frequently, until softened (3-5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 minute stirring constantly.
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Add remaining ingredients (except toppings). Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 20 minutes. Serve with desired toppings.
- If you don't have rotisserie chicken no problem! Just use 2 chicken breasts instead. And if you don't have any chicken that is already cooked that is no problem as well. Just cut the chicken into bite sized pieces and cook it with the onions until cooked through. Then continue on with the recipe.
- This soup freezes well. Just cool completely and freeze in a freezer safe container. This can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
- I added corn to this recipe because I had some on hand and wanted to use it up. If you don't want corn in your soup it still tastes great without it.
Delicious quick and easy recipe made with pantry staples!
I have made this recipe over and over again
Thank you so much!! Appreciate the feedback!
A Family favorite, thank you!
You are very welcome!! And thank you for your comment!!
Wow! I’m all about a 30-minute meal, especially on a busy weeknight, so this chicken chili is gonna come in handy! What a flavorful meal to feed the whole family!
30 minute meals are the only way I can survive sometimes!! LOL 🙂
Your pictures are gorgeous, as always. This soup looks perfect for a cold winter’s day!
Thank you so much Melissa!!
This looks delicious!!!! Love the jalapeno’s on top!!!
Thank you very much! 🙂
Love the slices of avocado on top! Looks delicious!
Thank you!! 🙂
I happen to always have chicken on hand.
We eat a lot of chicken, always loads of recipes for me to choose from.
I like the idea of adding corn, thanks for the tip.
I’m game for a good chili for the weekend.
Thanks Malinda!
Pinned!
Thanks for the pin Dalila and I hope you had a great weekend!!