35-Minute White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili Recipe
A cozy and flavorful 35-minute White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili combining tender shredded chicken, sweet diced apples, creamy white cheddar cheese, and hearty white beans in a spiced broth. This easy stovetop chili offers a unique twist with the sweetness of apples balancing the chili spices, perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Chili
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 can white beans, drained (about 15 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
Spices
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp oil (for cooking onions)
Instructions
- Heat oil: In a pot over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of oil to warm up as the base for sautéing.
- Sauté onions: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, to build flavor.
- Add main ingredients and spices: Stir in the diced apple, shredded cooked chicken, drained white beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all flavors.
- Simmer chili: Pour in the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes to meld flavors together.
- Incorporate cheese: Stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until it melts fully into the chili, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve hot: Ladle the chili into bowls and enjoy immediately. Optionally, garnish with toppings like extra cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs.
Notes
- You can use any variety of apple, but a sweeter apple like Fuji or Gala complements the chili best.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño when adding the spices.
- If desired, substitute shredded rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- This chili reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the chicken broth is gluten-free certified.
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