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

by Jamela Payne Updated March 15, 2022

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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

FAQs

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.

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

Add a generous dollop of sour cream, creme fraiche, or yogurt to scorching hot chili or stews, or even a touch of milk or cream. For best results, though, go with full-fat dairy. For tomato sauces and stews that don't want dairy, try shredding some cheese on top. Photo by Meredith.

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How do you keep chili from sticking in the instant pot? ›

To prevent a burn message, be sure to scrape the bottom well with a wooden or metal spoon to remove any bits before pressure cooking. Also make sure you do not stir in the tomato sauce — we want thin liquid on the bottom of the pot.

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How do you thicken chili in an Instant Pot? ›

How to Thicken Instant Pot Chili

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. ...
Thicken by Simmering (20 minutes): If time allows, I prefer this method.

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What setting do you use on Instant Pot? ›

It has three different temperature ranges. “Normal” is 320 to 349 degrees Fahrenheit, perfect for regular sautéing or browning. “More” is 347 to 410 degrees, great for stir-frying or browning something even more. “Less” is great for simmering or thickening a sauce, typically at 275 to 302 degrees.

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How can I thicken my white chicken chili? ›

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

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How do you thicken white chicken chili without cornstarch? ›

Usually, 1 to 2 tablespoons of cornmeal are all you will need to get a nice, thick texture. Let the chili simmer for an additional 10 minutes or so, stirring frequently until you've reached your desired thickness.

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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.

Should steam come out of Instant Pot while pressurizing? ›

It's normal for a small amount of steam to leak from the valve while the pot is heating up, but if it continues to leak steam during the pressure-cooking cycle, you may have a problem. This issue could be a sign that you need to clean out and reposition the valve.

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Can I put aluminum foil in Instant Pot? ›

The short answer is good news. It is generally safe to use aluminum foil in an Instant Pot, but it is important to use it properly to avoid damaging the appliance or creating a potential safety hazard.

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What if i don t have a chili bean setting on my Instant Pot? ›

Turn the instant pot to chili (if you don't have a "chili" setting, use the "manual" setting) and cook for 18-20 minutes*. Allow pressure to release for 10-15 minutes or quick release with the vent. Serve with limes, sour cream, cheese, and a little bacon!

How long to warm up chili in Instant Pot? ›

Reheating Beef Chili on Slow Cook Setting

Alternatively, you can set the Instant Pot to SLOW COOK on HIGH and let it warm up for about 45-60 minutes to get warm. Keep the regular Instant Pot lid on with the slow cook function.