– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
– Juice of 1 lemon
Follow these easy steps to create your Mediterranean White Chicken Chili:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the pot, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Incorporate Spices: Mix in cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes, stirring well to coat the chicken.
6. Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and white beans, stirring to combine.
7. Simmer: Allow the chili to simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps the flavors meld together beautifully.
8. Season: Taste the chili and season with salt and pepper as needed. Add lemon juice, stirring thoroughly.
9. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
10. Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and enjoy the comforting warmth of this Mediterranean twist on chili.