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Instant Pot Chicken Chili

Updated: Sep 28, 2023 by Mindee ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 5 Comments

If you like hearty soups, then pull out your instant pot and try this chili recipe! Full of shredded chicken, two types of beans, green chilis, and more! The whole family will love this easy low-carb meal!

Chicken chili topped with monterey jack cheese and cilantro!
Chicken chili topped with Monterey jack cheese and fresh cilantro!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Top this hearty chili with your favorite toppings, or eat with tortilla chips!
  • The instant pot does all the work of a slow cooker but much faster!
  • This is one of my favorite instant pot recipes for a low-carb diet!
  • If you're not familiar with an Instant Pot, aka Electric Pressure Cooker, see this Easy Guide to get started!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

  • Italian Dressing? - Yes, Italian dressing. I always use the Olive Garden Brand, though. You can use other brands, but I can't guarantee you'll get the same great flavor.
  • Northern Beans - There are 4 types of white beans. Northern beans are just the second smallest in the group. So, if all you have are navy beans or cannellini beans, you can easily substitute either one for the northern beans.
  • Black Beans - kidney beans could be substituted for black beans.
  • Diced Tomatoes - you want the ones with the diced green chilis in them because they give this chili a little heat.
  • Chicken Breasts - You'll need 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. They can be either thawed or frozen. You could substitute 6-8 chicken tenderloin pieces if you would rather.
  • Smoked Paprika - do not substitute regular paprika. Trust me, they don't taste remotely the same.
Ingredients needed to make chicken chili.
Just a few pantry staples to make this easy chili recipe!

How To Make

  • Place the chicken breasts in a 6 quart Instant Pot.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, Italian dressing, and lime juice.  I only use the Olive Garden brand of Italian dressing.
  • Combine and sprinkle the onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and white pepper over the chicken.
Pour chicken broth, Italian dressing, lime juice and seasoning over frozen chicken in the instant pot.
Pour chicken broth, Italian dressing, lime juice, and seasoning over frozen chicken in the instant pot.
  • Dump in the drained and rinsed northern beans and the black beans.
  • Add the can of tomatoes with diced green chilis (no need to drain these) and stir everything around once or twice.
  • Close and seal the instant pot lid.
  • Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes and allow the steam to do a natural pressure release for 15 to 20 minutes, not a quick pressure release.
  • Carefully open the instant pot, remove the chicken, and place it on a cutting board.
  • Shred the chicken with 2 forks.
  • Stir the shredded chicken back into the instant pot and serve!
  • Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container.
Add the beans and tomatoes.  Seal and cook!  Remove chicken and shred.
Add the beans and tomatoes. Seal and cook! Remove the tender chicken and shred.

Recipe FAQS

How long will chicken chili last in the fridge?

This will last 4-5 days if properly stored in the fridge.

Can chicken chili be frozen?

Yes, chicken chili freezes well. Just make sure to cool it completely before packing it in a freezer-safe, airtight container.ย Thaw, reheat, and eat within 6 months.

What are my favorite toppings to serve with this chili?

We like to eat ours with shredded cheddar cheese, specifically, the Mexican blend and lime tortilla strips I find next to the salad toppings at the store.ย  A scoop of sour cream and sliced green onions would also be delicious!ย 

Is this the same as white chicken chili?

The white chili version of this chili comes from adding cream cheese or a type of white cheese. Since this recipe doesn't call for those ingredients, it didn't seem proper to call it that.

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Instant Pot Chicken Chili

Instant Pot Chicken Chili Recipe

Mindee
If you like hearty soups, then pull out your instant pot and try this chili recipe!ย  Full of shredded chicken, two types of beans, green chilis, and more!ย  The whole family will love this easy, low-carb meal!
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 serving
Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts This is about 3 chicken breasts
  • 1 Cup Chicken Broth
  • ยฝ Cup Italian Dressing I ALWAYS use the Olive Garden Brand
  • 1 Tbs. Lime Juice
  • 1 Tbs. Chili Powder
  • 2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon White Pepper
  • 15 oz Seasoned Black Beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz Can
  • 15.5 oz Northern Beans, drained and rinsed 15.5 oz Can
  • 14.5 oz Petite Diced Tomatoes with Dice Green Chilis, do not drain 14.5 oz Can
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Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts in a 6 quart Instant Pot.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, Italian dressing, and lime juice.ย  I only use the Olive Garden brand of Italian dressing.
  • Combine and sprinkle the onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and white pepper over the chicken.
  • Dump in the drained and rinsed northern beans and the black beans.
  • Add the can of tomatoes with diced green chilis (no need to drain these) and stir everything around once or twice.
  • Close and seal the instant pot lid.
  • Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes and allow the steam to do a natural pressure release for 15 to 20 minutes, not a quick release.
  • Carefully open the instant pot, remove the chicken, and place it on a cutting board.
  • Shred the chicken with 2 forks.
  • Stir the shredded chicken back into the instant pot and serve!

Notes

  • Chicken can be either fresh or frozen.
  • You can substitute navy beans or cannellini beans for the great northern beans.
  • You can substitute kidney beans for the black beans.
  • Nutritional Disclaimer

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 30gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 2389mgPotassium: 1021mgFiber: 13gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 675IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 5mg
Keyword chicken chili instant pot, instant pot chicken chili, instant pot white chicken chili
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  1. Toni

    September 13, 2021 at 7:36 am

    Such a really comforting meal!! We will be making this again and again! Thanks for the recipe!

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  2. Claudia Lamascolo

    September 13, 2021 at 7:13 am

    This is a favorite we just loved the flavors and a keeper recipe!

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  3. Katherine

    September 13, 2021 at 7:07 am

    So many great flavors in this chili. And so simple in the IP!

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  4. Gina

    September 13, 2021 at 6:26 am

    It's chili season and we love this easy recipe! Great for when you don't want beef but still want the heartiness of chili!

    Reply
  5. Greg

    November 28, 2020 at 6:29 am

    This is so good!!!

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