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White chicken chili

Recipe Information

Description:
White chicken chili is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 40 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 12 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 12
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 40 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, grated

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 4 (15.5 ounce) cans white kidney beans, drained and rinsed

  • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock

  • 2 cups frozen corn

  • 2 (4 ounce each) cans green chilies

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 3/4 cup low-fat shredded monterey jack cheese

Directions

  • Heat the oil in a medium-sized saucepan and cook the diced chicken and onion for 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink.

  • Stir in the garlic and all spices, cooking for an additional two minutes. Simmer for 25 minutes, then add the corn and green chilies and cook another 5 minutes.

  • Remove from heat and add lime juice and cheese.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 226 cal

  • Total fat: 5g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 50mg

  • Sodium: 546mg

  • Potassium: 484mg

  • Carbohydrate: 20g

  • Fiber: 5g

  • Protein: 25g