White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili: A Delicious Twist Awaits!
A unique and flavorful chili that combines the richness of white cheddar cheese with the sweetness of apples and tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced apple, white beans, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezes well for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg