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Healthy White Chicken Chili Recipe

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This healthy white chicken chili recipe features tender chicken, hearty chickpeas, and vibrant spices like cumin and chili powder. Perfect for a nourishing meal, this chili is both flavorful and comforting. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, it's topped with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium white onion, chopped
  • 1 can mild green chiles (or 2 seeded and diced jalapenos)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breast)
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • 1 medium lime, juiced
  • ⅓ cup fresh, chopped cilantro
  • Tortilla strips or chips (for garnish)
  • Extra cilantro (for garnish)
  • Avocado slices (for garnish)
  • Extra lime wedge (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  • Stir in the green chiles (or jalapenos), ground cumin, chili powder, coriander, and dried oregano. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  • Place the chicken thighs (or breasts) into the pot. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  • Stir in the frozen corn, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
  • Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnished with tortilla strips or chips, extra cilantro, avocado slices, and a lime wedge.

Notes

  • Substitute jalapenos for a spicier kick if desired.
  • You can use either chicken thighs or breasts depending on your preference.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or lime juice as needed.

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