Ina Garten Chicken Chili Recipe
Chicken chili is one of those meals that feels like a warm hug. It is simple, comforting and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 boneless chicken breasts cooked and shredded
- 2 cans white beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 1 can chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Sauté the Onion
- Heat olive oil in a pot. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent.
Add Garlic
- Stir in garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
Add Spices
- Add cumin, chili powder and paprika. Stir well to coat the onions.
Add Chicken
- Add shredded chicken to the pot. Stir until mixed with spices.
Add Beans and Chilies
- Add white beans and green chilies. Stir gently to combine.
Pour Chicken Broth
- Add chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Simmer the Chili
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Blend Half the Chili
- Use a blender to blend half the chili for creaminess.
Add Cream
- Stir in heavy cream. Heat gently without boiling.
Add Cheese
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Season to Taste
- Add salt and pepper. Adjust spices as you like.
Garnish and Serve
- Top with cilantro and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken for quick cooking.
- Blend half the chili for a creamy texture.
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt.
- Let it simmer longer for deeper flavor.
- Add a squeeze of lime for brightness.