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White Chili with Chicken

This white chili with chicken is a hearty dish that is satisfying and filling and easy to make! It’s got lots of flavor but not too spicy. Perfect for a cold winter night.

*About Cannellini beans: Cannellini beans are white kidney beans. If you can’t find them, you can substitute with any other cooked white beans, such as Navy or Great Northern beans.

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hour and 15 Minutes
Total Time: 1 Hour and 25 Minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 (4 oz) can green chiles drained, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlick chopped
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 3/4 tsp. dried Mexican oregano (if you don't have Mexican oregano, you can use Italian oregano)
  • 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 (16 oz) can *Cannellini beans, drained, rinsed
  • 2 (16 oz each) cans chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Fresh Mexican oregano leaves (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Saute the chicken and onion in the olive oil in a large saucepan until the chicken is white and the onion is tender. Stir in the chiles, garlic, cumin, oregano and cayenne pepper. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the beans and broth and mix well. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with shredded cheese, top with a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with a sprig of fresh oregano.

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