Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 can (15 oz) white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Optional toppings: sour cream, fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, diced avocado, or lime wedges
Instructions
Creating White Bean Chicken Chili is a simple process. Follow these steps to enjoy your homemade dish:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the chicken, onion, and mince the garlic.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the pot, cooking until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
4. Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to release the spices’ aroma.
5. Combine All Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, white kidney beans, great northern beans, and diced green chilies. Mix well.
6. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes. Stir occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
8. Serve: Remove from heat and let the chili cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 28g