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White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili

A cozy, creamy white chicken chili made with tender apples and melted white cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 pound chicken breast diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium apples peeled and diced
  • 30 ounces white beans drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 cups white cheddar cheese shredded
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Brown chicken in oil until lightly golden.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and apples and sauté briefly.
  3. Stir in beans, broth, and spices and simmer.
  4. Add cream and melt in white cheddar before serving.

Notes

Keep heat low when adding cheese to maintain a smooth, creamy texture.