Southwest Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Southwest Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package Great Northern dry beans; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium onions, chopped; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 2 4 ounce cans chopped green chilies not drained; 2 Tsp gound cumin; 11/2 Tsp dried oregano; 1/4 Tsp cayenne pepper; 11/2 pounds chicken thighs cubed into 1/2 pieces; Grated Monterrey Jack or Mexican Cheese mix; 1 Jalapeno or serrano pepper, seeded and chopped

Servings: persons

1 package Great Northern dry beans
6 cups chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium onions, chopped
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 4 ounce cans chopped green chilies not drained
2 Tsp gound cumin
11/2 Tsp dried oregano
1/4 Tsp cayenne pepper
11/2 pounds chicken thighs cubed into 1/2 pieces
Grated Monterrey Jack or Mexican Cheese mix
1 Jalapeno or serrano pepper, seeded and chopped

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1. Place dry beans in a dutch oven and cover with water so it's about two inches above the level of the beans. You can add more water. Soak the beans overnight.
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2. Add olive oil and cubed chicken into a large pot over medium heat and cook until browned.
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3. In another pot, saute half of the onions in some olive oil until tender, about five minutes.
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4. Add green chilies, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, cooked chicken, and beans. Ensure there's enough water/broth to cover the ingredients by at least an inch. Add additional broth if needed.
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5. Bring all ingredients to a boil then turn down heat and simmer for several hours until the beans are cooked.
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6. Serve in bowls and top with cheese and fresh onion (if desired).

1848

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

268

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package Great Northern dry beans, 6 cups chicken broth, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Southwest 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!

Southwest Chicken Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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