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White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili

White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili: Cozy Fall Comfort Food

This White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili is a cozy fall dish combining savory and sweet flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing
  • 1 cup Chopped Rotisserie Chicken Provides protein and convenience
  • 1 cup Chopped White Onion Adds aromatic sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used to create a roux
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Thickens the chili
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adds warmth and depth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Contributes earthiness
Sweetness
  • 2 cups Firm Apples (like Braeburn or Granny Smith) Adds natural sweetness
Creaminess
  • 1 cup Half & Half Provides creamy richness
  • 1 cup Mexican Blend Cheese Melts into the chili for a cheesy finish
Extra Flavor
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans Drained before use
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced apples, sauté for 6-8 minutes until translucent.
  2. Lower the heat, add butter, and whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about a minute.
  3. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and half & half, simmer for 3-5 minutes until it thickens.
  4. Stir in the apple and onion mixture, rotisserie chicken, and cannellini beans. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Adjust thickness by adding more chicken broth if desired, then stir in Mexican blend cheese until melted.
  6. Serve in bowls, garnished with chopped apples, cilantro, or sour cream, alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This chili freezes beautifully; consider storing in individual portions for quick meals later on.

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