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White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili

Simple White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili You'll Love

This White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili combines creamy cheddar, tender chicken, and tart apples for a quick and easy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base
  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
For the Creamy Flavor
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
For the Balanced Sweetness
  • 1 medium apple diced; Honeycrisp or Jazz
  • 1 can white beans drained; can substitute with chickpeas
For the Aromatics & Seasoning
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by drizzling olive oil into a large pot over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until they turn translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the cooked shredded chicken, diced apple, drained white beans, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly for about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat slightly, allowing it to simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  5. After simmering, turn off the heat and gradually stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until fully melted.
  6. Scoop the chili into bowls and serve hot, garnishing with optional toppings like fresh cilantro or avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili is perfect for a weeknight meal and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment.

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