Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
– 1 can (15 ounces) white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
– 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Optional toppings: shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream
Instructions
Creating White Chicken Chili with Quinoa is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add Spices: Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
4. Combine Ingredients: Add the rinsed quinoa, drained white beans, diced green chilies, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
5. Cook the Chicken: Shred the cooked chicken breasts with two forks. Add the shredded chicken back into the pot and stir.
6. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
7. Finish with Lime Juice: Stir in the lime juice just before serving to add a fresh zing to the chili.
8. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and your choice of optional toppings like shredded cheese, avocado, or sour cream.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 30g