Not Quite So White Chicken Chili (No Tomatoes)

Name: Not Quite So White Chicken Chili (No Tomatoes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 -4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces; 1 1/2 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup onion, diced (1 large onion); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed & drained; 1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans, with liquid; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (or black); 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained; 3 tablespoons dried instant dry milk powder; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with a little; water

Servings: persons

3 -4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup onion, diced (1 large onion)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
4 cups chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed & drained
1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans, with liquid
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper (or black)
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained
3 tablespoons dried instant dry milk powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with a little
water

1
Brown cut up bacon pieces until crisp. Remove from pan, set aside and reserve bacon drippings.
2
In another pan put 2 cups of chicken broth, bay leaf and chicken breasts and poach for 10-15 minutes. Undercook, since you will be simmering chicken again in a later step. Let chicken cool in broth. Reserve poaching liquid. When cooled either shred or cube chicken.
3
Saute onion and garlic in bacon drippings until translucent. Add spices (cumin, chili powder, thyme, cayenne, salt and pepper). Cook a minute more.
4
Now add reserved broth plus 2 more cups of broth, drained beans, undrained beans and undrained green chilis. Cook over low heat for 20 minutes. Add dried instant milk powder and mix; simmer a few minutes more.
5
If you want a thicker chili add cornstarch mixed with water and cook til thickened. Serve. Top with crisped bacon pieces.
6
NOTE: You do not have to poach chicken. You could use leftover chicken. Another possibility is to brown cubed chicken breast in bacon drippings and continue leaving out the poaching part and go to sauteeing onion and garlic and add 4 cups of broth as noted above.
7
Other garnishes/condiments/sides: tortillas, tortilla chips, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, diced red/green peppers.

1053

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 -4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces, 1 1/2 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup onion, diced (1 large onion), 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Not Quite So White Chicken Chili (No Tomatoes) 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!