Spicy White Chicken Chili
A flavorful and creamy chili that combines tender chicken, white beans, and a kick of spice from jalapeños, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 jalapeños, diced
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat for about 1 minute.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring occasionally until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Incorporate the diced jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Add the boneless chicken breasts, drained white beans, and chicken broth to the pot, stirring to ensure the chicken is submerged.
- Increase the heat to high to bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot, shred them using two forks, and return the shredded chicken back into the pot.
- Stir in the shredded pepper jack cheese until it melts completely and the chili turns creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then let the chili rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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Notes
This chili can be served with tortilla chips, over rice, or in bread bowls. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with vegetables and use vegetable broth.