Southwest White Chicken Chili

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 large white onion (1 cup chopped)
• 1 green bell pepper (1 cup chopped)
• 1 red bell pepper (1 cup chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced)
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 3 (14.5 oz) cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 (14.5 oz) cans chicken broth
• 1 (12 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (10 oz) can diced green chiles (mild)
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

60-75 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
2. Add the onion, bell peppers, garlic, and jalapeño to the pot. Cook until softened about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the great northern beans, chicken broth, corn, black beans, and green chiles. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 45-60 minutes.
5. Shred the cooked chicken and add it back to the pot.
6. Stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
7. Top with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 420
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 1000mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 11g
• Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy, flavorful, and slightly spicy
• Filled with lean protein, fiber, and vegetables
• Suitable for American taste buds
• Perfect for a cozy dinner with guests

User Comments:

• "This chili was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were spot-on and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night."
• "I love how easy this recipe is to follow. It's perfect for busy weeknights."
• "The spice level was just right - enough to give it a kick without being overpowering."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have jalapeño peppers, you can substitute with canned diced chili peppers.
• To make the chili vegetarian, simply omit the chicken breasts.
• To reduce the spiciness, remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper before mincing.
• Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, chopped avocado, or tortilla chips.