Make-Ahead White Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead White Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup Kraft Italian Zesty Lime Dressing, divided; 1 onion, chopped; 1 carrot, peeled, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 lb. (900 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, finely chopped; 4 tsp. chili powder; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1 can (19 fl oz/540 mL) white beans, rinsed; 1 cup green salsa; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1/3 cup Kraft Italian Zesty Lime Dressing, divided
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 lb. (900 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, finely chopped
4 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 can (19 fl oz/540 mL) white beans, rinsed
1 cup green salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
Heat half the dressing in large deep skillet on medium heat.
2
Add onions, carrots and garlic; cook and stir 5 min.
3
or until crisp-tender.
4
Remove from skillet; set aside.
5
Heat remaining dressing in same skillet.
6
Add chicken and peppers; cook 7 to 8 min.
7
or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
8
Add chili powder and cumin; cook and stir 1 min.
9
Return onion mixture to skillet along with the beans and salsa; mix well.
10
Bring just to boil; simmer, partially covered, on medium-low heat 20 min., stirring occasionally.
11
Cool completely.
12
Ladle chili into desired-size portions in freezerproof storage containers.
13
Freeze up to 2 months.
14
When ready to serve, thaw in refrigerator overnight, then reheat.
15
Serve topped with sour cream and cilantro.

646

kcal

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup Kraft Italian Zesty Lime Dressing, divided, 1 onion, chopped, 1 carrot, peeled, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead White Chicken 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!

Make-Ahead White Chicken Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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