Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon oregano
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Chunky White Chicken Chili is a simple process. Follow these easy steps for a delicious result:
1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
4. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Spice It Up: Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
7. Add Beans and Chiles: Mix in the white beans and diced green chiles, stirring well to combine.
8. Pour in Broth: Add the chicken broth and corn to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
9. Simmer: Let the chili simmer for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
10. Add Cream: If desired, stir in heavy cream for a richer texture and flavor.
11. Taste and Adjust: Check seasoning and adjust with more salt or pepper if needed.
12. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
This step-by-step guide ensures that you create a delicious pot of Chunky White Chicken Chili effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g