White Lightning Chili Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 2 hours
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
🥄 Servings: 8
Description:
I stumbled upon this delightful recipe at a Chili Cook-off, and it has since become a household favorite. It boasts a tantalizing flavor profile with just the right amount of kick, customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 jar salsa
- 1 lb dry northern white beans
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 747.4
- Fat: 10.8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 58.2mg
- Sodium: 495.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 105.6g
- Fiber: 26.6g
- Sugar: 5.4g
- Protein: 60.5g
Keywords:
Poultry, Meat, Low Cholesterol, High Protein, Healthy, High In…, Weeknight, < 4 Hours, Easy
Instructions:
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Cook Chicken: Begin by cooking the boneless, skinless chicken breasts. You can grill, bake, or sauté them until they’re cooked through. Once done, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large crock-pot, add the shredded chicken, jar of salsa, dry northern white beans (make sure they’ve been rinsed and drained), and shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese.
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Heat: Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Set the crock-pot to low heat and let the chili simmer for about 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Serve: Once the chili is heated through and the beans are tender, it’s ready to serve! Ladle it into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings like avocado slices, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or a sprinkle of extra cheese.
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Enjoy: Dive into this delicious White Lightning Chili and savor every spoonful of its hearty goodness. It’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or for feeding a crowd during game day gatherings.
This White Lightning Chili is a wonderful way to spice up your mealtime routine, offering a satisfying combination of protein-packed chicken, fiber-rich beans, and zesty salsa. Whether you’re a chili aficionado or just looking for a comforting meal that’s both delicious and nutritious, this recipe is sure to impress!
