Zesty White Chicken Poblano Chili Delight
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Zesty White Chicken Poblano Chili Delight. This robust and flavorful dish features tender chunks of chicken breast simmered with a vibrant medley of jalapenos, poblanos, and anaheim chilies, bringing a delightful kick to each spoonful. Perfectly seasoned and enriched with cannellini beans, this chili can easily be customized to suit your heat preference—simply adjust the types and amounts of peppers used. Whether you enjoy it hearty or soupy, this dish promises to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds for days, making it an excellent leftover choice. Serve it hot with sour cream, crispy tortilla chips, and fresh lime wedges for an unforgettable meal.
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Servings
300
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chicken breast halves
3 lbs (Trimmed and cut into pieces)
Salt and pepper
To taste
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon
Jalapenos
3 (Minced (reserve some for garnish))
Poblano peppers
3 (Minced (reserve some for garnish))
Anaheim chilies
3 (Minced (reserve some for garnish))
Onions
2 medium (Sliced)
Garlic cloves
6 (Minced)
Cumin
1 tablespoon
Coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons
Cannellini beans
2 (15 ounce) cans (Drained)
Chicken broth
3 cups
Lime juice
3 limes (Juiced)
Fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (Chopped)
Green onions
4 (Sliced thin)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2
Season the chicken breast halves with salt and pepper. Place them in the hot skillet and cook for 4 minutes without moving them. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes or until cooked through. Remove chicken and reserve 1 tablespoon of chicken fat from the skillet. Set chicken aside to cool.
3
While the chicken cooks, prepare the pepper and onion mixture: In a food processor, combine 2 jalapenos, 2 poblanos, and 2 anaheim chilies along with the sliced onions. Blend until you achieve a chunky salsa consistency, working in batches if necessary.
4
Using the reserved chicken fat, sauté the blended pepper, chili, and onion mixture over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and a pinch of salt, and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
5
In the food processor, combine 1 cup of the sautéed mixture, 1 cup of the cannellini beans, and 1 cup of chicken broth. Blend until smooth, creating a flavorful paste.
6
In a large pot, combine the remaining sautéed mixture, the veggie and broth mixture, the remaining chicken broth, and the cooked chicken breasts. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes.
7
Once the chicken has cooled, shred it using two forks and return it to the pot.
8
In the pot, stir in the remaining cannellini beans and simmer for 10 minutes.
9
Finely mince the leftover jalapenos, poblanos, and anaheim chilies and add them to the chili.
10
Stir in the fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions. Let simmer for another 10 minutes to meld flavors.
11
Finally, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
12
Serve with sour cream, tortilla chips, and lime wedges for a delightful experience.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
30g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty White Chicken Poblano Chili Delight?
It is a robust and flavorful comfort food dish featuring tender chunks of chicken breast simmered with jalapenos, poblanos, and anaheim chilies, enriched with cannellini beans.
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The main protein used is 3 lbs of chicken breast halves, trimmed and cut into pieces.
What varieties of peppers are included in this chili?
This recipe uses three types of peppers: jalapenos, poblano peppers, and anaheim chilies.
How many jalapenos are required?
The recipe calls for 3 jalapenos, which should be minced with some reserved for garnish.
How many poblano peppers should I use?
You will need 3 minced poblano peppers for this recipe.
What quantity of anaheim chilies is necessary?
The recipe requires 3 minced anaheim chilies.
How are the onions prepared for the chili?
Two medium onions should be sliced and then blended with the peppers to achieve a chunky salsa consistency.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe uses 6 minced garlic cloves.
What spices are used to season the chili?
The dish is seasoned with 1 tablespoon of cumin and 1 1/2 teaspoons of coriander, plus salt and pepper to taste.
What type of beans are used in this white chicken chili?
Two 15-ounce cans of drained cannellini beans are used.
How much chicken broth is required?
The recipe calls for a total of 3 cups of chicken broth.
How many limes are needed for the juice?
You will need the juice of 3 limes, plus extra lime wedges for serving.
What fresh herb is added at the end?
One quarter cup of chopped fresh cilantro is stirred in at the end.
What kind of oil is used for cooking the chicken?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
How long should the chicken cook in the skillet initially?
The chicken should cook for 4 minutes on one side, then another 4 minutes after flipping, or until cooked through.
How do you create the chunky salsa base for the chili?
Combine 2 jalapenos, 2 poblanos, 2 anaheim chilies, and the sliced onions in a food processor and blend until chunky.
How is the chili thickened for better texture?
A flavorful paste is created by blending 1 cup of the sauteed pepper mixture, 1 cup of beans, and 1 cup of chicken broth.
How long should the main pot simmer once all ingredients are combined?
The main pot should simmer covered for 20 minutes, followed by two additional 10-minute simmering stages after adding more ingredients.
When do I shred the chicken?
Shred the chicken using two forks once it has cooled, then return it to the pot.
When should I add the remaining beans?
The remaining cannellini beans are stirred into the pot after the chicken has been shredded and returned to the mixture.
What are the suggested garnishes for serving?
Serve the chili hot with sour cream, crispy tortilla chips, and fresh lime wedges.
How many calories are in a serving of this chili?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 10 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 30 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 20 grams of protein per serving.
Can this chili be customized for heat preference?
Yes, you can adjust the heat by changing the types and amounts of peppers used.
Is this recipe good for leftovers?
Yes, it is an excellent leftover choice that satisfies the taste buds for days.
How many green onions are needed for the garnish?
The recipe uses 4 thin-sliced green onions.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
How do you prepare the garlic?
The 6 garlic cloves should be finely minced before being added to the sauteed mixture.