White Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: White Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 1/2 cups onions chopped; 3 cloves garlic finely chopped; 2 teaspoons oregano dried; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin ground; 1/2 teaspoon ginger ground; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup white wine dry; 1 each bay leaves broken in half; 2 cups chicken cooked, shredded; 2 cups white beans cooked and drained; 2 each jalapeno pepper minced; 1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese grated; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarsely ground; 1 x salt

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups onions chopped
3 cloves garlic finely chopped
2 teaspoons oregano dried
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin ground
1/2 teaspoon ginger ground
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine dry
1 each bay leaves broken in half
2 cups chicken cooked, shredded
2 cups white beans cooked and drained
2 each jalapeno pepper minced
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese grated
1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarsely ground
1 x salt

1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan.
2
Add the onion and saute over medium heat until softened and lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
3
Add the garlic, oregano, cumin, and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
4
Add the broth, wine, and bay leaf.
5
Cook uncovered over medium-high heat until somewhat reduced, 5 to 8 minutes.
6
Add the chicken, beans, and jalapenos.
7
Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Using the back of a spoon, mash about one-quarter of the beans to thicken the sauce.
9
(Can be made 2 days ahead and refrigerated, or frozen.
10
Reheat gently before finishing.)
11
Over low heat, add the cheese one handful at a time, stirring until melted.
12
Add the pepper and taste for salt, adding some if necessary.
13
Remove the pieces of bay leaf.
14
Serve the chili topped with some or all of the garnishes.

786

kcal

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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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 1/2 cups onions chopped, 3 cloves garlic finely chopped, 2 teaspoons oregano dried, and more.

Yes, 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!

White Chicken Chili

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