White Lightning Texas Chili Recipe

Name: White Lightning Texas Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dried navy beans; 4 (14 1/2 oz.) cans chicken broth, divided; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 Tbsp. white pepper; 1 Tbsp. dried oregano; 1 Tbsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. ground cloves (optional); 5 c. cooked chicken, chopped; 2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies; 1 c. water; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 8 flour tortillas; shredded Monterey Jack cheese; commercial salsa; sour cream

Servings: persons

1 lb. dried navy beans
4 (14 1/2 oz.) cans chicken broth, divided
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. white pepper
1 Tbsp. dried oregano
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cloves (optional)
5 c. cooked chicken, chopped
2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies
1 c. water
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
8 flour tortillas
shredded Monterey Jack cheese
commercial salsa
sour cream

1
Sort and wash beans.
2
Place in large Dutch oven.
3
Cover with water 2 inches above beans.
4
Soak 8 hours, drain and return to Dutch oven.
5
Add 3 cans chicken broth and next 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 2 hours or until tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Add remaining can of broth, chicken and next 3 ingredients.
8
Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
9
Top servings with cheese, salsa and sour cream. Serve with warm tortillas.
10
12 cups.

1577

kcal

Calories

Fat

187

Carbs

156

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. dried navy beans, 4 (14 1/2 oz.) cans chicken broth, divided, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, White Lightning Texas 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 Lightning Texas Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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