– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
– 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– ½ teaspoon pepper (adjust to taste)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Juice of 1 lime
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Optional toppings: avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream
Making Low Carb White Chicken Chili is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prep the Chicken: Start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add Chicken: Incorporate the chicken pieces into the pot, cooking until they are no longer pink on the outside.
4. Mix in Spices: Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, allowing the spices to coat the chicken.
5. Pour in Broth and Chiles: Add chicken broth and diced green chiles to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
6. Add Beans: After simmering for about 10 minutes, stir in the drained cannellini beans.
7. Incorporate Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to incorporate. Let the chili simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. Adjust to Taste: Once cooked, taste your chili and adjust seasoning, adding lime juice for an extra kick.
9. Serve: Ladle your chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and any desired toppings.
With these simple steps, you’ll have a delicious bowl of Low Carb White Chicken Chili ready to enjoy!