A warm, hearty bowl of chili that envelops you in its comforting embrace, filled with tender chicken, creamy beans, and a symphony of spices. It's the ultimate comfort food that promises to warm your soul and satisfy your cravings, all while being easy to prepare and healthy.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound chicken breasts, diced
2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans (canned), drained and rinsed
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (4 ounces) green chilies (canned), diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or slow cooker, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently until fragrant.
Stir in the diced chicken breasts and cook until browned on the outside, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the drained white beans, chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
If using a slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours. If cooking on the stovetop, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the chicken is cooked through and flavors have melded, stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy your comforting bowl of creamy white bean chicken chili!
