Chili Con-Caucasian (White Chili)

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, tangy white chili made with chicken, cannellini beans, and tomatillas.
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This white chili is a comforting twist on traditional red chili, using cannellini beans and tomatillas for a lighter, tangy flavor profile. The chicken breast provides lean protein, while the blend of cumin, coriander, and lime juice adds bright, aromatic notes. It has a hearty yet smooth texture, perfect for dipping tortilla chips or spooning over rice. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. It’s a satisfying, home-style meal that brings warmth to any table without the heaviness of ground beef.

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Chili Con-Caucasian (White Chili)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1594.4

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This white chili is a comforting twist on traditional red chili, using cannellini beans and tomatillas for a lighter, tangy flavor profile. The chicken breast provides lean protein, while the blend of cumin, coriander, and lime juice adds bright, aromatic notes. It has a hearty yet smooth texture, perfect for dipping tortilla chips or spooning over rice. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. It&# 226;ÂÂs a satisfying, home-style meal that brings warmth to any table without the heaviness of ground beef.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and add olive oil; heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add diced chicken breast to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
  4. Add chopped shallots and minced garlic to the same pan; sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  5. Stir in drained tomatillos, chopped green chile peppers, crushed coriander seeds, and ground cumin.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and add Ro*tel tomatoes with their juices; bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the pot and add drained cannellini beans.
  9. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the beans through.
  10. Stir in fresh lime juice and black pepper; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  11. Serve hot in bowls, topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1594.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 123.1g190%
Saturated Fat 20.6g103%
Cholesterol 185.5mg62%
Sodium 186.0mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g22%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g100%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 76.2g153%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: white chili, chicken chili, cannellini beans, tomatillos, mexican food, healthy dinner, slow cooker, comfort food, lime juice, cumin, garlic, shallots, protein rich, easy recipe, weeknight meal
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