White Chili Recipe

Name: White Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds great northern beans canned; 2 pounds chicken breasts skinless, boneless; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 40 mL garlic minced; 2 each onions medium sized, chopped; 2 teaspoons cumin ground; ⅛ teaspoon cloves ground; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon oregano ground; 2 cans green chili peppers mild, chopped, 4 oz each; 4 cups chicken broth or chicken broth; 20 ounces monterey jack cheese grated; 1 x sour cream; 1 x jalapeno pepper canned, chopped

Servings: persons

3 pounds great northern beans canned
2 pounds chicken breasts skinless, boneless
1 tablespoon olive oil
40 mL garlic minced
2 each onions medium sized, chopped
2 teaspoons cumin ground
⅛ teaspoon cloves ground
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon oregano ground
2 cans green chili peppers mild, chopped, 4 oz each
4 cups chicken broth or chicken broth
20 ounces monterey jack cheese grated
1 x sour cream
1 x jalapeno pepper canned, chopped

1
Place chicken in large sauce pan.
2
Add cold water to cover and bring to simmer.
3
Cook until tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Remove from saucepan and dice into 1/2 inch cubes.
5
Using the same pan discard water and heat oil over medium heat.
6
Add onions until translucent.
7
Stir in garlic, chilies, cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano and cloves.
8
Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Add chicken, beans, stock and 12 oz cheese; let simmer for 15 minutes.
10
Laddle into large bowls and top with 1 oz cheese.
11
Serve with a side of sour cream and chopped jalapeno peppers.

1971

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

215

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds great northern beans canned, 2 pounds chicken breasts skinless, boneless, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 40 mL garlic minced, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Chili

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