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Cozy White Chicken Chili for Two

  • Author: jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Warm up your evenings with this Cozy White Chicken Chili, a perfect dish for a romantic date night. Tender chicken combines with creamy white beans and zesty spices in a comforting bowl that will make your taste buds dance. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, this chili creates an inviting atmosphere, ideal for cozy nights in.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup canned white beans (cannellini or great northern)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, rinse and drain the beans, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil. Add the onion and garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Cook the chicken: Stir in the chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes).
  4. Add remaining ingredients: Mix in the white beans, green chiles, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Simmer: Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
  6. Finish with cream: Stir in heavy cream; cook for another couple of minutes before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For added spice, include jalapeños or cayenne pepper. This chili tastes even better the next day; consider making it ahead of time.