Tequila White Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Tequila White Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 limes, juice and zest of; 1/2 cup tequila; red pepper flakes; 3 (16 ounce) cans great dry northern white beans; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 large onions, chopped; 5 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 (4 ounce) cans green chilies (I used green salsa); 1 tablespoon cumin, plus; 1 teaspoon cumin; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, divided; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 6 cups defatted chicken stock (canned will work all right); 3 cups grated monterey jack cheese; sour cream; chopped fresh green onion; diced avocado

Servings: persons

3 limes, juice and zest of
1/2 cup tequila
red pepper flakes
3 (16 ounce) cans great dry northern white beans
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 large onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 (4 ounce) cans green chilies (I used green salsa)
1 tablespoon cumin, plus
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
6 cups defatted chicken stock (canned will work all right)
3 cups grated monterey jack cheese
sour cream
chopped fresh green onion
diced avocado

1
Zest 1 of the limes and sprinkle the lime zest over the chicken breast.
2
Squeeze all 3 limes, and pour the juice over the chicken breasts.
3
Pour the tequila over the chicken and.
4
Sprinkle red pepper flakes over the chicken and marinate for 3 hours.
5
Grill the chicken breast for 5 minutes and pour remaining marinade over the chicken breast on the grill.
6
Turn the chicken breast and grill the second side for 4 minutes.
7
Remove the chicken breast from the grill and cut into small cubes.
8
Heat olive oil in stock pot and add onion and saute for about 10 minutes until translucent.
9
Add the garlic, green chilis, cumin, cayene pepper, and cloves and saute for 10 minutes.
10
Add beans, chicken,and chicken stock, and bring to a boil.
11
Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
12
Ladle into bowls and serve with cheese, chopped green onions, avocado, and sour cream.

1695

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

220

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 limes, juice and zest of, 1/2 cup tequila, red pepper flakes, 3 (16 ounce) cans great dry northern white beans, and more.

Yes, Tequila 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!

Tequila White Chicken Chili

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