Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Incredible 30-Minute White Cheddar & Apple Chicken Chili. Bursting with bold flavors and a creamy, dreamy texture, this chili is the perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 apples, peeled and diced
– 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 (15oz) can white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 (15oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
– 2 tsp chili powder
– 1 tsp ground cumin
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
– 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
– 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, plus more for serving
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, and cornbread for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. – In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chicken over medium-high heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
2. – Add the onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. – Stir in the diced apples, chicken broth, white beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne (if using). Bring to a simmer.
4. – Return the cooked chicken to the pot and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the chili has thickened.
5. – Remove from heat and stir in the 1 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
6. – Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. – Serve the white cheddar and apple chicken chili topped with additional shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, and cornbread, if desired.
Notes
For a thicker chili, you can mash some of the beans against the side of the pot. Swap out the white cheddar for your favorite type of cheese. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American