White Chili With Zucchini Recipe

Name: White Chili With Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups white beans dried; 4 bay leaves; 4 cloves garlic; 1 medium zucchini chopped; 4 1/2 cups chicken stock; 2 chicken breasts boneless skinless; 1 green pepper chopped; 1 yellow pepper chopped; 1 onion large, chopped; 4 cloves garlic minced; 3 celery ribs, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 ounces green chiles chopped; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons oregano; green Tabasco to taste

Servings: persons

2 cups white beans dried
4 bay leaves
4 cloves garlic
1 medium zucchini chopped
4 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 chicken breasts boneless skinless
1 green pepper chopped
1 yellow pepper chopped
1 onion large, chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces green chiles chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons oregano
green Tabasco to taste

1
Soak dried beans for 5 hours or overnight.
2
Drain. Put beans in a large pot, with water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and cook, covered, for 20 minutes.
3
Drain beans and cover with fresh water by 2 inches. Add bay leaves, whole, peeled garlic and 1 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, partially covered until beans are tender, 60 - 90 minutes.
4
Drain beans, discarding bay leaves and garlic.
5
Cook zucchini (courgette) in 1/2 cup chicken stock until tender, puree.
6
Cut chicken into small pieces and poach in 1 cup chicken stock.
7
Heat oil in soup pot. Add chili powder and saute.
8
Add onion, celery and peppers; saute 5 minutes.
9
Add garlic and saute 5 minutes longer.
10
Add chicken, poaching liquid, pureed zucchini (courgette), oregano, and as much of remaining chicken stock as you like. Cover and simmer 20 minutes.
11
Add green chiles and simmer 10 minutes longer.

784

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups white beans dried, 4 bay leaves, 4 cloves garlic, 1 medium zucchini chopped, and more.

Yes, White Chili With Zucchini 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 With Zucchini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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