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Stovetop~20 minComplexity

5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili

Name: 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Chicken broth, low sodium; Chicken breast, cooked, grilled; Beans, great northern, canned, drained; Salsa verde, prepared, store-bought; Cumin, ground; optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, chopped red or green onions, sour cream, crumbled tortilla chips, fresh jalapeño slices

This 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili delivers 79g protein and 433 calories per serving — built for lifters who need high-protein meals without complexity. Prepared in one pot on the stovetop in under 30 minutes for 4 servings, it cuts prep time while meeting aggressive protein targets on training days.

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Ingredients

4 servings

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Low Sodium Chicken Broth(1440g)
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Chicken Breast, Grilled(960g)
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Beans, Great Northern, Canned, Drained
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Salsa Verde, Prepared, Store-Bought(454g)
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Cumin, Ground(10g)
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Optional Toppings: Diced Avocado, Chopped Fresh Cilantro, Shredded Cheese, Chopped Red Or Green Onions, Sour Cream, Crumbled Tortilla Chips, Fresh JalapeñO Slices
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.

Instructions

1Drain and rinse the canned beans in a colander, then shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2Add the chicken broth, shredded chicken, drained beans, salsa verde, and ground cumin to a large stockpot and stir until combined.
3Place the pot over high heat and bring to a simmer, about 3–5 minutes, until you see steady bubbles breaking the surface.
4Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the chili reaches your desired thickness.
5Divide the chili evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot, leaving ½ inch of headspace at the top to allow for expansion if freezing.
6If storing in the refrigerator, allow containers to cool to room temperature before sealing; if freezing, seal immediately and label with the date.

Nutrition — Per Serving

433

calories

79g

protein

fat

Carbohydrates: 9g
Saturated fat: 2.4g
Sodium: 1625 mg
Dietary fiber: 2.4g

4 servings per batch · ~716g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili have per serving?

Each serving delivers 79g of protein and 433 calories, making this one of the highest protein options in the PrepForge library. Macro breakdown is 9g fat and 9g carbs per serving.

How long does 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili take to prep?

This recipe has quick prep time and makes 4 servings, allowing you to batch-prepare a week of high-protein meals efficiently.

Is 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili good for muscle gain?

At 79g protein and 433 calories per serving with minimal carbs, this chili is built for muscle gain phases where maximizing protein intake while controlling total calories is the primary focus. The high protein-to-calorie ratio supports lean mass development.