Green Chicken Chili
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
diced
- 2 poblano peppers
stemmed, seeded, and diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper
stemmed, seeded, and diced
- 4 ounces diced green chiles
- 4 cloves garlic
minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups salsa verde
- 2 cans cannellini beans
15.5-ounce
- 1 can whole kernel corn
15-ounce
- plus more to taste1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 4 tablespoons lime juice)
(about 2 limes
- Toppings: sour cream
diced avocados, sliced green onions, tortilla chips
Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, poblanos, jalapeño, and diced green chiles and cook for 10 minutes, until the peppers are softened and the onions are translucent.
- 2
Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the chicken broth, shredded chicken, salsa verde, beans, corn, salt, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- 5
Uncover and cook for an additional 10 minutes while the broth reduces.
- 6
Discard the bay leaf and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Taste and season with more salt if needed.
- 7
Serve in bowls topped with sour cream, cilantro, green onions, and avocados.
Green Chicken Chili
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, flavor-packed meal that's perfect for any weeknight? This Green Chicken Chili delivers a hearty, zesty experience, ready to warm you from the inside out and comes together in under an hour.
What makes this green chicken chili truly special is its incredible depth of flavor, derived from fresh poblano peppers, jalapeño peppers, and vibrant salsa verde, all coming together with tender shredded chicken and creamy cannellini beans. Its adaptability to a slow cooker or Instant Pot also makes it an effortlessly delicious option for busy days.
Prepare for a vibrant, zesty chili with a mild, approachable heat that perfectly balances the rich chicken broth and bright lime. You'll find tender shredded chicken, creamy cannellini beans, and sweet corn in every spoonful, all simmered with aromatic cumin, dried oregano, and a bay leaf. It's a comforting, satisfying bowl that feels both wholesome and indulgent, perfect for chasing away a chill or simply enjoying a flavorful meal.
Make It Your Own: Customization & Serving
Customize your bowl with a generous dollop of cool sour cream or a sprinkle of your favorite cheese. For added richness and texture, stir in extra diced avocados, or for a fresh crunch, serve with tortilla chips and a scattering of fresh cilantro or sliced green onions. Remember to adjust the kosher salt and fresh lime juice to your personal preference before serving for that perfect balance of flavors.
This comforting Green Chicken Chili makes a fantastic weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing option for gatherings. Serve it piping hot, topped with an array of your favorite garnishes.