White Chili Recipes - Cooking Light

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Wonders of White Chili

Chili is a favorite dish during the colder parts of the year. White chili, often made with white beans, chicken, or ground turkey, offers a lighter alternative for those looking to enjoy this classic meal with fewer calories and less fat.

Our first recipe is traditional White Chili, which uses hot pepper sauce made from jalapeños to add a kick of intense flavor, proving to be just the right about of spice.

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Chicken Chili with Pesto

This classic version of white chili with chicken is overflowing with veggies. Add a generous dollop of pesto before serving for a fresh twist.

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White Turkey Chili

This white turkey chili is a tasty alternative to the traditional red chili and makes the perfect meal on a cold winter night.

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White Bean and Turkey Chili

Quick and easy to prep with canned white beans and chicken broth, this crowd-pleaser is the perfect dish on a busy weeknight with the family.

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White Chicken Chili

Enjoy the herbs and spices in this delicious White Chicken Chili, perfect for an appetizer or light meal at only 233 calories per serving.

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Fast Chicken Chili

Ready in under 30 minutes, this chicken chili really is fast, but will smell and taste like you spent hours working away in the kitchen.

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White Bean and Homini Chili

Vegetarian chipotle sausage packs quite a punch, adding savory depth to the entire pot of white chili.

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