Jul 14 2026
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White Chicken Chili Recipe

Inspired by Scholar
Time50m
Serves6

Roasted chicken, poblano, chili beans, sweet corn, scallion

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Shred the roasted chicken into bite-sized pieces. Dice the poblano peppers and slice the scallions, separating the green tops from the white parts.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced poblano peppers and the white parts of the scallions. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic and Spices

    Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Combine the Ingredients

    Add the shredded roasted chicken, chili beans, sweet corn, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.

  2. 5

    Simmer the Chili

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 6

    Finish with Lime Juice

    After simmering, stir in the lime juice for an extra burst of flavor. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Chili

    Ladle the white chicken chili into bowls and top with sliced scallion greens. Enjoy hot!

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