White Chicken Chili
A delightful and hearty twist on traditional chili, featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, and zesty green chilies in a savory broth, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shredded cooked chicken Use high-quality shredded chicken for best flavor.
- 1 can white beans (cannellini or great northern)
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth Ensure gluten-free if necessary.
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder Adjust for heat preference.
- Salt to taste salt and pepper
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1/2 cup cream or milk (optional) Adjust for creaminess preference.
Garnishes
- to taste fresh cilantro For garnish.
- 1 large avocado, diced For garnish.
- 1 lime lime, cut into wedges For garnish.
- to taste cheese (optional) Shredded, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until onion is translucent.
- Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, white beans, and diced green chilies. Mix well.
- Pour in the chicken broth, and add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly.
Cooking
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the corn and optional cream or milk, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, a squeeze of lime, and shredded cheese if desired.
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Notes
Optional additions include bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach for extra nutrition. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or more beans.