Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
– 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
– 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon ground cumin
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups frozen corn
– 1 can (15 ounces) great northern beans, drained
– 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie, leftover, shredded turkey, or canned chicken)
– ¼ cup cornstarch
– ¼ cup cold water
– 1 ½ cups sour cream
– ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
– 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (about 1 lime)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Crumbled queso fresco (for optional toppings)
– 1 medium jalapeño, diced (for optional toppings)
– Fresh cilantro, chopped (for optional toppings)
– Tortilla strips (for optional toppings)
Instructions
1-First, prepare all ingredients by shredding cooked chicken, dicing onions, mincing garlic, and measuring spices to streamline the cooking process.
2-In a large pot, sauté the diced onion in 1 tablespoon of oil until soft, which takes about 3-5 minutes.
3-Then, add garlic, oregano, chili powder, and cumin, cooking briefly to release their aromas.
4-Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer while you char the frozen corn in the remaining tablespoon of oil for that smoky flavor.
5-Stir in the drained beans, shredded chicken, and charred corn into the simmering broth.
6-To thicken, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water, then stir this slurry into the chili and simmer for 8-10 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
7-Reduce the heat and mix in the sour cream, shredded cheese, and lime juice until everything combines smoothly.
8-Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Last Step:
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🔥 Use pre-cooked chicken such as rotisserie or leftovers to speed up preparation.
🌽 Char the frozen corn before adding to the chili to enhance smoky flavor.
🥄 Great northern beans work best, but cannellini, navy, or pinto beans are good alternatives.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 478 kcal