White Bean Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: White Bean Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/4-inch pieces; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained, divided; 2-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided; 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; Optional toppings: sliced avocado, quartered cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/4-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained, divided
2-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: sliced avocado, quartered cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro

1
Toss chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until browned. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker.
2
In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender. Add jalapeno, garlic, oregano and cumin; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add to slow cooker.
3
In a bowl, mash 1 cup beans; stir in 1/2 cup broth. Stir bean mixture and the remaining whole beans and broth into chicken mixture.
4
Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 3-3-1/2 hours. Stir before serving. Sprinkle with cheese; add toppings if desired.
5
Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

820

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/4-inch pieces, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, White Bean 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.

White Bean Chicken Chili

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