Description
Discover the ultimate White Chicken Chili recipe that will warm your soul. Learn how to make this delicious and comforting dish with our step-by-step guide. Perfect for cozy nights in!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces (450 g)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin (8 g)
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander (2 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (1 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (1 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (0.5 g)
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces each) (850 g total)
- 1 can diced green chilies (4 ounces) (113 g)
- 4 cups chicken broth (950 ml)
- 1 cup frozen corn (160 g)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (15 g)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (120 ml)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (115 g)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
- Add the drained and rinsed white beans and diced green chilies to the pot.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add the frozen corn to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sour cream until well combined.
- Serve the chili hot, garnished with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Notes
- Enhance the chili with a hint of cayenne pepper or hot sauce for added spiciness.
- Add richness by stirring in a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
- Elevate the flavor by garnishing with avocado slices or a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
