Ninja FOODi White Bean Chicken Chili

This Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili cooks up in about 30 minutes! Serve it with your favorite grilled sandwich for a hearty lunch or dinner.

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Kitchen Equipment Needed to Make White Bean Chicken Chili in the Ninja Foodi

Having all the equipment and utensils on hand means you can whip up this recipe in no time. These are the things I used to make this White Bean Chicken Chili in the Ninja Foodi:

• Ninja Foodi multicooker
• Pressure cooker lid
• Broil rack
• Cutting board and sharp knife
• Various measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon
• 2 forks to shred the chicken

Ingredients Needed for Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili

The full list of ingredients is below on the recipe card. But there are a few tips to go over for a few ingredients before making up a batch of White Bean Chicken Chili.

What chicken can you use?

I pressure cooked the chicken for this recipe, but if you wanted to make a super-fast version, you could use canned chicken, rotisserie chicken from the grocery store deli, or even a bag of frozen pre-cooked, seasoned chicken strips.

I like using boneless, skinless chicken breast meat, but you could use thigh meat or even ground chicken for this recipe. Just saute the ground chicken with the onion and chopped poblano before adding the rest of the ingredients.

What beans can you use?

As with the chicken, you have the option of pressure cooking the beans yourself, or buying canned beans. I chose to use my favorite brand of canned beans in my batch of White Bean Chicken Chili, since I was pressure cooking the chicken.

Any white beans—cannellini, Navy, Great Northern—will do. See this recipe for Ninja Foodi Bean Soup for more information on the differences between white beans.

Is Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili Dairy Free?

This recipe that I’ve developed is dairy-free because I don’t tolerate most dairy products. But if you do okay with dairy, then feel free to add any of the following to the recipe to make it creamier.

I think these would be a delicious addition to the recipe:

• Sour cream to top it
• 4 oz of cream cheese mixed in at the end
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Seasonings for This Recipe

This white bean chicken chili recipe has a mild spicy flavor profile, but if you don’t like any heat in your dishes, you can eliminate the poblano pepper and smoky paprika, or reduce the amount.

Looking for a rustic white bean chicken soup recipe that isn’t spicy? Try adding shredded chicken to this vegetarian Ninja Foodi Bean Soup Recipe!

Conversely, if you love the heat, then feel free to add even more smoky paprika, or add in some chopped jalapeno, in addition to the poblano pepper. Cumin can also come across as spicy, so increasing that amount can add a little more spice to the soup.

Once you have all the kitchen equipment, along with the list of ingredients below ready, you are ready to whip up a batch of White Bean Chicken Chili in the Ninja Foodi.

So, let’s get to the recipe. But don’t miss the tips below for some suggestions on how best to serve your Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili.

How to Make White Bean Chicken Chili in the Ninja Foodi

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Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

This Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili cooks up in about 30 minutes! It's mild spicy flavor can be dialed up or down, depending on your liking. Serve it with baguette slices, warm bread sticks, or your favorite grilled sandwich for a hearty lunch or dinner.

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Ingredients

• 1 lb. fresh boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 Tbsp. oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 poblano pepper, seeds and ribs removed, diced
• 32 oz. chicken broth
• 1 15 oz. cans white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 jar Salsa Verde
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. smoky paprika
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• 1 Tbsp. lime juice
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. To pressure cook the chicken breasts, place the Broil Rack in the Ninja Foodi cooking pot. Pour 1 cup of water into the pot. Place the chicken breasts on the Broil Rack. Attach the pressure cooker lid, making sure the release valve is in the SEAL position. Turn on the Ninja Foodi and select the PRESSURE function. Set the time to 10 minutes and press START.
2. While the chicken breasts are cooking, dice the onion and poblano pepper. Rinse and drain the beans. Wash and chop the cilantro. Measure out the spices.
3. When the chicken breast is done cooking, turn the release valve to VENT using a wooden spoon. Once all the steam is released, carefully open the lid. Remove the chicken to a plate. Take out the Broil Rack. Dump the liquid out of the cooking pot and replace the pot in the Ninja Foodi base.
4. Select the SAUTE function and set the TEMP setting at 2. Add the oil to the cooking pot, and once heated, add the diced onion and poblano pepper. Cook the vegetables until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. While the onion and pepper are cooking, shred the chicken using two forks.
6. When the vegetables are done, add the shredded chicken and remaining ingredients to the pot. Stir until thoroughly mixed. Increase the cooking temperature to the 4 setting. If the soup begins to boil, reduce temperature to 3 and cook for about 10 minutes.
7. Serve with your favorite toppings and accompaniments.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 434Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 1425mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 8gSugar: 3gProtein: 35g

Ninja Foodi White Bean Chicken Chili Goes Good With…

This delicious soup is perfect as is, but if you’re like me and enjoy dressing up your meals by adding a little garnish to your dishes, here are some suggestions for topping your chicken chili:

• Diced avocado
• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Sour cream
• Shredded cheese
• Finely diced poblano or jalapeno pepper
• Sprinkle of paprika

A big bowl of this White Chicken Chili made in the Ninja Foodi is a very hearty meal all on its own. But if you want more to the meal, here are some suggestions for accompaniments:

• Warm, sliced baguette
• Soft breadsticks
• Your favorite grilled sandwich

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Ninja Foodi Blender Tomato Soup

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