Instant Pot White Chicken Chili Recipe ⋆ by Pink (2024)

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I absolutely love chili especially Instant Pot Chili, however, I hate the beans. This was my first go at a Keto Instant Pot White Chicken Chili in the Instant Pot and it turned out great.

My family loved this instant pot white chicken chili had no idea it was keto chicken chili.

You basically dump and cook this recipe and within a short cook time, you are ready to fill your dinner bowls with delectable soup.

Faq

Can you cook raw chicken in an instant pot?

The instant pot is such a magical gadget that you can cook chicken, or any other meats, fresh/raw or frozen,

What are good toppings for chili?

1. Avocado2. Sour Cream3. Tortilla Strips4. Shredded cheese

What does adding vinegar to chili do?

Adding a little vinegar to your chili gives it a little different flavor. It enhances and adds to the flavor.

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It is painless and hearty and only has 3 net carbs per serving.

This is the perfect soup to serve up if you are on a low carb diet trying to watch your intake.

I recently started a low carb diet, and this soup was a blessing.

Many people get fired up to start a diet and then day two or three they fall off the wagon.

Now I am not judging as I have been guilty of this in the past, and I figured out my issue with dieting.

White Chicken Chili in The Instant

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I struggled so much with finding lunches and dinners that fit into my diet plan but were appealing to me. I don't want to eat the same three things over and over again that has no flavor.

That is where I gained the inspiration to make this Instant Pot keto chicken chili. It fit into the carb intake and offered rich and creamy flavors that actually were pleasing to my palate.

I topped it with some avocado, to up the protein a little bit, and it was amazing. The kids even ate it, which was a huge win for me. Then I used the leftovers to meal prep for a few days for me.

Can I Cook Frozen Chicken Breast In The Instant Pot?

You absolutely can cook chicken from frozen in the instant pot. The heat and moisture from the pot will thaw the chicken as it cooks and when you remove the chicken it sill be completely cooked. You can even save the chicken broth from the recipe and use it in another recipe.

It made sticking to this lower-carb diet a lot easier, and I can even freeze this soup and reheat for later too. And I love the taste that the chili powder and cream cheese together mace.

This is a great instant pot frozen chicken recipe, that you can add to your list.

I didn't have any thawed chicken handy, so I used frozen chicken and it cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot in no time.

It was tender and juicy and shredded perfectly for little bites of chicken in each bite of this instant pot white chicken chili.

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You can also grab other toppings to let your family add what they want for added flavor.

A dollop of sour cream, asplash of hot sauce, oyster crackers for dipping, and each member of the family can customize the soup so that they enjoy every drop of it.

I loved being able to create this chicken chili with no beans to fit my diet needs.

So often I see chili recipes that use beans, and I finally brainstormed, why not get in the kitchen and make a chili that fits what I want. Instead of taking time searching, just play around and see what comes out of it.

To my surprise, a new favorite chili recipe came out of it.

Keto White Chicken Chili

I have been making this chili for a while now and so glad I took the time to try because the flavors are perfect, and I am happy with the creamy texture, it makes for a comforting bowl of chili.

This recipe would be extremely easy to adapt to the slow cooker or even the stovetop, you will just need to adjust the amount of time.

You can even add some bell pepper, or dried beans and top with some tortilla chips to top this white chicken if you don't need it to be low carb.

This creamy white chicken chili recipe will become a fast family favorite. And the best part is that it's done in 30 minutes or less when pressure cooking it.

Instant Pot Chili

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More Great Instant Pot Recipes

  • Easy Instant Pot Chili
  • Instant Pot Cilantro Chili Lime Shredded Beef
  • Instant Pot Chili Cilantro Lime Shredded Chicken
  • Shredded Chicken Tacos
  • Disney's Frozen White Hot Chocolate Recipe

Shredder Clawsare a huge help for getting your chicken shredded in seconds. Just cook your chicken and then use the claws to help pull apart the meat.

It shreds the chicken beautifully. You can use this on other cuts of meat like pork or beef as well for the same shredding results.

A perfect soup for any time of year. I especially love eating this on cold winter days, or chilly spring days where it is raining outside.

Grab yourself a bowl of this Instant Pot chicken chili and curl up on your couch with a warm fuzzy blanket, and just enjoy your day at home watching Netflix or binging your latest DVR's.

Instant Pot White Chicken Chili Recipe ⋆ by Pink (5)

Yield: 8 Bowls

Chicken Chili in The Instant Pot No Beans

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Instant Pot Chicken Chili is a great alternitave if you want chili but don't eat beef. And this recipe is also keto because we omitted the beans!

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds frozen chicken breast
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 20 ounces chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 4.5 oz Old El Paso™ Green Chiles
  • Shredded Mexican cheese, optional, for garnish
  • Avocado, optional, for garnish
  • Sour cream, optional, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place frozen chicken into the pressure cooker.
  2. Add all other ingredients except anything that is for garnish, adding cream cheese last.
  3. Cook at high pressure for 15 minutes then NPR 15 minutes and QR any additional pressure.
  4. Remove lid and carefully remove chicken and shred then stir all ingredients together.
  5. Serve with any of the above garnishes or any of your favorites.

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Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1

Amount Per ServingCalories 308Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 8gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 107mgSodium 1131mgCarbohydrates 6gFiber 2gSugar 2gProtein 30g

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Instant Pot White Chicken Chili Recipe ⋆ by Pink (2024)

FAQs

Why is my white chicken chili not thick? ›

The easiest option for thickening chili is to let the problem solve itself over a slow simmer. Set the heat to low, take off the lid (if you're using one), and allow your chili to gently bubble for an extra 15 minutes or until the liquid from the chili evaporates enough to reach the consistency you prefer.

How does the chili setting on instant pot work? ›

What Is the Instant Pot Chili/Bean Setting? The bean/chili setting on the Instant Pot cooks at high pressure and can be set to "more," which is 30 minutes, or "less," which will cook for 25 minutes. You may choose the bean/chili setting and do a quick release after 15 minutes.

How can I make my white chicken chili less spicy? ›

Best White Chicken Chili Recipe Easy FAQs

To make the chili less spicy, omit the jalapeno or if you're not sure, omit the jalapeno. You can always add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste if you would like more heat. Also take care you use mild salsa verde even if you want a spicy soup.

How do you thicken chili in an instant pot? ›

How to Thicken Instant Pot Chili
  1. Thicken with Cornstarch (2 minutes): Make a slurry by combining equal parts water and cornstarch. When the cook cycle is done, and the pressure has been released, turn the IP on to saute and bring to a boil. ...
  2. Thicken by Simmering (20 minutes): If time allows, I prefer this method.
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What is a good thickening agent for white chicken chili? ›

Use All-Purpose Flour or Cornstarch

All-purpose flour and cornstarch are useful for thickening chili, as well as sauces, soups, and stews.

What is the best thickener for chili? ›

Using Cornmeal to Thicken Chili

Cornmeal is one of our go-to thickening agents for chili. Unlike all-purpose flour, this Southern pantry staple adds a subtle earthy flavor to the chili in addition to thickening it up. You can use white or yellow cornmeal that is fine to medium-grain.

Why is my Instant Pot not pressurizing chili? ›

SOLUTION: Open the Instant Pot and make sure there's enough liquid. If too much liquid has evaporated, the Instant Pot won't pressurize, so add more liquid if necessary.

How do you keep chili from burning in Instant Pot? ›

While the burn notice on the Instant Pot can be alarming, it doesn't always mean your meal is ruined. Release the pressure quickly, check for malfunctions, and add more liquid if needed, scraping the bottom. To avoid the burn notice, include at least a cup of liquid and deglaze the pot after sautéing.

Is Instant Pot high or low pressure? ›

Most of our Instant Pot Recipes are developed using the High Pressure Setting. Low Pressure Setting is used for more delicate food such as Hard Boiled Eggs or Vegetables.

What cancels out spicy taste? ›

The next time your dish tastes too spicy, try adding lemon, lime or orange juice, or any style of vinegar that suits the dish and your taste preferences. Remember, a little goes a long way, so taste as you go (it's always easier to add more than to backtrack after adding too much).

When to add peanut butter to chilli? ›

After 15 minutes, pour in the black beans and kidney beans; return to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the peanut butter until dissolved, then remove and discard the bay leaves, and season the chili with salt and pepper to taste.

What spice gives chili its flavor? ›

Cumin, Chile Powders, and Paprika are the most common spices in chili followed by garlic, onion, coriander, Mexican oregano, and bay leaves. These ingredients can be combined to create a savory and well-balanced pot of top notch comfort food.

Should chili be thick or soupy? ›

Chili should be thick and hearty enough to be a meal on its own, but sometimes there's just a bit more liquid than you want in the pot. While you can simply keep simmering the chili, that method risks overcooking softer ingredients like the beans, losing all your nice texture to mushy monotony.

How do I make my white chicken chili thicker without? ›

From the Editor
  1. Use a cornstarch slurry: Mix together equal parts cornstarch and cold water, then stir it into the chili.
  2. Simmer the chili longer: The longer you simmer the chili, the thicker it will be. ...
  3. Add more beans: Mash another can of cannellini beans with a potato masher, then stir it into the chili.
Oct 19, 2023

How to thicken up white chili without cornstarch? ›

Cornmeal: Add a tablespoon of cornmeal or masa harina while stirring continuously. Mashed Beans: Mash a portion of the beans and stir them into the chili to thicken it. Crushed Tortilla Chips: Crushed tortilla chips can also be added as a thickening agent.

How to make sauce for chicken thicker? ›

Use Flour and Water

Combine 2 tablespoons flour with every 1/4 cup cold water and whisk until smooth. Add the mixture to your sauce over medium heat, and continue to stir and cook until you've reached your desired consistency.

What can I add to chili to make it more soupy? ›

In addition, broth, beer, and/ or water is usually added to produce the desired consistency in the pot of chili. I usually add one or two cups of beef broth. If you put tomatoes in the stew, this will also provide plenty of liquid.

How do you thicken chili with sour cream? ›

Another great thickening agent is dairy, whether heavy cream, milk, sour cream, or even shredded cheese. You'll want to incorporate these ingredients on low heat. With the heavy cream or milk, you'll add that to your whole pot of chili before serving.

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