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Copycat White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix Recipe

Modified: Oct 24, 2023 by Kori Butler · Published: Feb 24, 2021

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White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix is a healthy substitution for that McCormick white chicken chili packet you buy in the store. This copycat recipe is healthy, easy to make - and uses all-natural ingredients. Since it takes less than 5 minutes - be sure to make a large batch and store it in an airtight container for later! Bonus: this is a plant based, low carb, gluten-free, sugar-free, keto chili seasoning recipe. 

A white bowl filled with homemade healthy white chicken chili seasoning mix. In the background is a bowl of white chicken chili garmished with cheese avocado cilantro and sour cream.Pin

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Why You'll Love This White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix

"I have been making chicken chili for years - but I was using unhealthy premixed seasoning packets! This homemade mix is super simple, healthier, and cheaper. I love that I know that I am putting natural ingredients in my family's food." -Kori

Natural Ingredients

I love that the ingredients used in this recipe are all-natural and are pretty common household spices. The only one that isn't as common is green chili powder. If you don't have it, you can omit it from the recipe. 👍

Xanthan gum and cornstarch are called for in this recipe. Xanthan gum is a common thickener used in low-carb and keto diets, but you can substitute cornstarch.

If you don't want either, omit and remove the lid from the chili. Continue simmering until the liquid is reduced to your desired consistency.

Easy to Make

Okay, there are a couple of reasons I made this recipe.

One, I am a busy person and love recipes that I can just dump stuff in. I'll often use seasoning mixes to speed my cooking along, but unfortunately, this isn't always the healthiest option.

Two, I can't always find the mix in my local store. I live in a somewhat rural area - maybe that's why?

Three, this is so easy I have no idea why I didn't think of this sooner! LOL 🙂 I mean, I usually have all the ingredients on hand, and it takes less than 5 minutes to whip up a huge batch (I usually quadruple the recipe) and store it.

Healthy

Because the store-bought seasoning packets use corn starch, flour, and sugar, I played around with substitutions until I came up with a sugar-free and cornstarch (carb) free low carb keto-friendly option. I'm so excited because it literally tastes the same as the original version! Voila! A low carb, gluten-free, sugar-free, keto-friendly recipe was born! 🙂

Spices For White Chicken Chili

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Ingredients needed for making White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix

Making your own seasoning for white chicken chili is simple. Here are the spices you'll need:

  • Dried Oregano
  • Onion powder
  • Cumin
  • Garlic powder
  • Chili powder (red)
  • Green chili powder - I bought my green chili powder on a trip to New Mexico but you can find it at your local grocery store or on Amazon. If you can't find it, no worries, just omit. A white chili powder may be used as well.
  • Kosher Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Sugar or a sugar substitute - you can easily use a sugar substitute (like granulated monk fruit or stevia) as long as it has a 1:1 ratio and you use the same equivalent as the recipe calls for.
  • Thickener - use cornstarch or xanthan gum (xanthan gum is a common thickener used in gluten free, low carb and keto diets)

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Substitutions and Variations

  • Feel free to play around with your seasonings and herbs! There is no hard-fast rule. The best recipe is always adaptable and tastes best to YOU. 🙂
  • Adjust the spice level to your taste once you make the chili.
  • I use this seasoning mix in my Slow Cooker Keto Chicken Chili Recipe and this white chicken chili recipe. This seasoning mix combined with the 8oz green chilies that that recipe calls for has some kick. If you are unsure how spicy your recipe will be start with 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper then add more later to taste.
  • Don't want to use xanthan gum or cornstarch? That's totally fine! Add seasoning to your chili recipe, simmer according to the recipe, remove lid and cook down the liquid until the chili is the desired consistency you are looking for.

How to Make White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix

1. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients.

Mixing all of the white chicken chili seasoning mix ingredients in a clear glass bowl.

2. Use in any favorite chicken chili recipe (see below for our extra easy version) or store in an airtight container for later.

Tip: Double or triple the recipe and save some for later!

Adding white chicken chili seasoning mix to a crockpot of chicken chili and a clear jar with stored seasoning mix.

How to Make Easy White Chicken Chili

This is very similar to Mccormick's white chicken chili recipe - with a twist, of course!

Ingredients

  • 1 recipe of white chicken chili seasoning mix
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound of chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces (1")
  • 16 ounces canned white beans, do not drain
  • 4 ounces diced green chilies, do not drain
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Additional salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until chicken is done, frequently stirring for approximately 5 to 6 minutes. (chicken is done when it is no longer pink, or to be 100% sure, use an instant-read thermometer. Chicken is done at 165 degrees F.)
  2. Add seasoning mix, beans, green chilies, and chicken broth. Stir and then bring to a boil. Cover, turn down the heat, and simmer the chili for 15 minutes.
  3. Serve and garnish with cheese, avocado, sour cream and cilantro.

Helpful Tips

  • 1 recipe = 1 McCormick packet. Use the packet in our Low Carb Keto Chicken Chili Recipe or the recipe above.
  • Always use the freshest dried herbs for the best results.
  • If you like your chili on the spicy side, use 1/2 teaspoon - or more of cayenne pepper.
  • If you can't find green chili powder, you can omit it.

FAQs

What is in white chicken chili seasoning mix?

While the ingredients can vary between recipes, this white chicken chilli seasoning mix contains powdered red peppers, green chili pepper, and cayenne pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper, a thickening agent, and sometimes other preservatives.

How do I store dry seasoning mix?

You can store dry seasoning mix in an air-tight container for up to 4 months. Making your own seasoning is a healthy and cheaper option to season your recipes quickly!

How long will this seasoning keep?

If stored in an air-tight container and using the freshest dried seasoning, you can store this seasoning for up to 4 months in an air-tight storage container.

Is this seasoning mix keto?

The store-bought white chicken chili seasoning is not the best seasoning to use on a keto diet, as they contain 6 grams of carbs per serving and use sugar in the mix as well, as cornstarch and flour is a thickener.
Our homemade copycat seasoning uses all keto-friendly ingredients - sugar substitute, xanthan gum - and has only 2.2 net carbs.

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📖 The recipe.

Square feature image of the white chicken chili seasoning in a white bowl ready for use in the next chili recipe.

White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix

White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix is a healthy substitution for the McCormick packets that you buy in the store. This copycat seasoning mix is healthy, easy to make and uses all-natural ingredients.
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Author Kori Butler
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Dressing, Sauces, and Seasoning
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 17 kcal

Ingredients
  

Seasoning Mix

  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 3 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon green chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your liking)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or sugar substitute (use a sweetener with a 1:1 equivalent to sugar)
  • thickener: ½ teaspoon xanthan gum or 2 teaspoons cornstarch

White Chicken Chili (optional)

  • 1 recipe white chicken chili seasoning mix (recipe above)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1" bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 (16-ounce) can white beans (do not drain)
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies (do not drain)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

To make the seasoning mix

  • In a small bowl mix all ingredients together.
    Mixing all of the white chicken chili seasoning mix ingredients in a clear glass bowl.
  • Store in an airtight container for future use or use in your favorite chili recipe. Recommendations are below.
    Adding white chicken chili seasoning mix to a crockpot of chicken chili and a clear jar with stored seasoning mix.

To make easy white chicken chili (optional)

  • Heat oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until chicken is done, stirring frequently for approximately 5 to 6 minutes. (chicken is done when it is no longer pink, or to be 100% sure use an instant-read thermometer. Chicken is done at 165 degrees F.)
  • Add seasoning mix, beans, green chilies, and chicken broth. Stir and then bring to a boil. Cover, turn down the heat, and simmer the chili for 15 minutes.
  • Serve and garnish with cheese, avocado, sour cream and cilantro.

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Kori's Tips

  • Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes can be found in our post. Check it out!
  • 1 recipe equals 1 McCormick packet. Use the seasoning in our Low Carb Keto Chicken Chili Recipe or the easy recipe above.
  • Always use the freshest dried herbs for the best results.
  • If you like your chili on the spicy side use ½ teaspoon - or more of cayenne pepper.
  • If you can't find green chili powder you can omit it.

Nutrition

Calories: 17kcalCarbohydrates: 3.1gProtein: 0.7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 0.1g
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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Cher

    January 21, 2024 at 1:28 pm

    I see no measurements for the spices used in the recipe. I would love to make this - can someone post the measurements? Thanks!!!

    Reply
    • seekinggoodeats

      January 22, 2024 at 4:33 pm

      All the measurements and full instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page. 🙂 Enjoy! Let me know if you need any more help!

      Reply
  2. Susie Culp

    October 23, 2023 at 6:48 pm

    Do I use the whole white chili seasoning recipe in the chili? It seems too much.

    Reply
    • seekinggoodeats

      October 24, 2023 at 9:10 am

      Yes, the recipe equals 1 store-bought packet. If you are unsure use half and add more to taste. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Cheyenne Kimball

    July 05, 2023 at 12:36 pm

    You just saved the day! I have always gotten the packets of seasoning and I forgot to grab one for my chili today. I quickly found this recipe and it tastes better than ANY packet! I will use this from now on!

    Reply
    • seekinggoodeats

      July 06, 2023 at 8:24 am

      Awwww! Thank you!:) Secret: that's exactly how this recipe came about - I was out too. LOL

      Reply
  4. Christina's Bread Bakes

    February 14, 2023 at 9:07 pm

    I didn't have any chile powder or green chile powder so I substituted a smoky paprika and chipotle smoked jalapeno powder - it's still absolutely delicious! I added it to a chipotle turkey chile and it was amazing. Thanks!

    Reply
    • seekinggoodeats

      February 20, 2023 at 9:01 am

      Great substitution ideas! Smoky paprika is one of my favorite spiced. I have not tried the smoke jalapeno but it's on my to buy list now! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  5. shannon

    November 05, 2022 at 3:38 pm

    The green chile powder is no longer available, but the seasoning didn't really need it. I made my chicken chili with 4 C chicken stock, 1 40 oz can pinto beans, 1 32 oz chili beans, the seasoning, and about 2 C shredded rotisserie chicken (my intention was to use leftovers from a store-bought chicken), and topped it with sour cream, chopped onions, and shredded pepper jack. I used only 1/4 t cayenne and at first I wish I hadn't, but the finished chili was satisfactorily spicy without being uncomfortably so. My oregano was dried leaves and my onion powder was clumped, so I blended the entire batch of seasoning in my spice grinder and it came out a very nice texture and blended in the broth quite well. The seasoning recipe is definitely a keeper.

    Reply
    • seekinggoodeats

      November 13, 2022 at 1:12 pm

      Thank you for trying out the recipe! Super happy you loved it!

      Reply
  6. Sandra Rhodes

    October 24, 2022 at 12:34 pm

    thanks. with packets getting so expensive, it's nice to use what you already have on hand.

    Reply
    • seekinggoodeats

      October 26, 2022 at 1:15 pm

      You are quite welcome! Thank YOU for giving the seasoning a try! Those packets are quite expensive, aren't they?

      Reply
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