High Protein Low Carb White Chicken Chili
A comforting pot of high protein, low carb white chicken chili that’s quick and easy to prepare. Packed with flavor and perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein, Low Carb
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey or beef
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a large pot over medium heat until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ground turkey or beef to the pot, cooking until browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional minute.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and mix well. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the kidney and black beans, combining everything thoroughly.
- Lower the heat and let the chili simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace meat with additional beans or textured vegetable protein. Adjust spice to taste.