Just Right White Chili Recipe

Name: Just Right White Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 medium onion; 3 garlic cloves; 2 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth; 2 (15 ounce) cans white beans (Great Northern beans, Cannelli beans, etc.); 1 (8 ounce) can corn; 2 jalapeno peppers; 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons fat-free half-and-half or 3 tablespoons light cream; 1 tablespoon Tabasco jalapeno sauce; 2 teaspoons cumin; fresh ground salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion
3 garlic cloves
2 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans white beans (Great Northern beans, Cannelli beans, etc.)
1 (8 ounce) can corn
2 jalapeno peppers
1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons fat-free half-and-half or 3 tablespoons light cream
1 tablespoon Tabasco jalapeno sauce
2 teaspoons cumin
fresh ground salt and pepper

1
Parboil chicken for 10-15 minutes or until almost fully cooked.
2
Allow to cool a bit and then cube.
3
Melt butter in a stockpot, add chopped onion and garlic and saute 1-2 minutes.
4
Add broth, cubed chicken, beans and corn.
5
Add chopped Jalapeno pepper.
6
If you like a milder chili, scrape out the seeds before chopping, and discard them.
7
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and half and half.
8
Add mixture to stockpot.
9
Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer.
10
Add Tabasco green pepper sauce, cumin, salt and pepper.
11
(Sometimes I add a few pinches of fresh cilantro if I have it on hand) Simmer 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until everything is well mixed.

568

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 medium onion, 3 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Just Right White Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Just Right White Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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