Quick White Chili Recipe

Name: Quick White Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb skinless chicken breast half, diced; 3 shallots, peeled and chopped; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can tomatillos, drained and cut up; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes; 1 (10 ounce) can chicken broth; 1 (6 ounce) can diced mild green chilies; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled; 1/2 teaspoon coriander seed, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 (16 ounce) cans white kidney beans, drained; 1 lime, juice of; salt; fresh ground pepper; garnish; chopped red onion; fresh cilantro; jalapeno; tomatoes; avocado, sliced; sour cream; shredded monterey jack cheese; lime wedge

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb skinless chicken breast half, diced
3 shallots, peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can tomatillos, drained and cut up
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (6 ounce) can diced mild green chilies
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon coriander seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (16 ounce) cans white kidney beans, drained
1 lime, juice of
salt
fresh ground pepper
garnish
chopped red onion
fresh cilantro
jalapeno
tomatoes
avocado, sliced
sour cream
shredded monterey jack cheese
lime wedge

1
In a large saucepan, heat olive oil.
2
Add chicken and cook, stirring often, just until beginning to brown.
3
Remove with slotted spoon and set aside.
4
Add shallots and garlic to pan and saute until softened.
5
Stir in tomatillos, tomatoes with liquid, chicken broth, green chilies, oregano, coriander and cumin.
6
Bring to boil, then immediately reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes.
7
Return chicken to pan along with drained beans and cook about 5 minutes, just until chicken is cooked through and beans are hot.
8
Add lime juice and season to taste with salt and pepper.

485

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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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb skinless chicken breast half, diced, 3 shallots, peeled and chopped, 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Quick 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.

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Quick White Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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