Recipe- Packed With Veggies And Protein White Chicken Chili

White chicken chili is hands down a cold-weather favorite! Not only is it a flavorful blend of healthy, comforting ingredients, but it’s also a satiating meal that’s packed with veggies and protein. Who doesn’t love that?It’s a light and healthy blend of creamy white beans, shredded chicken, veggies, and the perfect level of spice. And while I do sprinkle a little bit of cheese on top for garnish, the chili recipe itself is completely dairy-free. I’ve got a sneaky way to thicken the broth without dairy – keep reading! But long story short, the next time you need an easy, one-pot meal to whip up, this chili recipe should be tops on your list!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno, seeds removed and finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 ounces green chiles
4 cups shredded chicken, see tips above
2 (15-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen or fresh corn
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and cheese, for garnishing

Method

* Blend one cup of the white beans with one cup of the chicken broth in food processor. Alternatively, you can use an immersion blender or even mash the beans with a fork, and then stir them with the broth. Set this aside.

* Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper to the pot. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently.

* Add the garlic and spices and stir for another minute, toasting the spices.

* Add the chicken broth and pureed bean mixture and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.

* Stir in the green chilies, chicken, corn, white beans, and chopped cilantro. Simmer for a couple of minutes, until it's warmed through. Then add the lime juice and give it another stir.

* Serve the white chicken chili and garnish with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and cheese before serving, if you'd like.