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White Cheddar & Apple Chicken Chili

White Cheddar & Apple Chicken Chili

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White Cheddar & Apple Chicken Chili is a delightful dish that seamlessly blends sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings. This creamy chili features tender chunks of rotisserie chicken and tart apples, all enveloped in a rich white cheddar cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe takes just 45 minutes to prepare and cook, allowing you to serve a comforting meal without the hassle. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this hearty chili is sure to become a favorite in your home.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
  • 2 apples (peeled and roughly chopped)
  • 1 white onion (peeled and roughly diced)
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup half & half
  • 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans (drained)
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped apples and onions until soft.
  2. Stir in chili powder and cumin; cook for another minute.
  3. Lower heat and melt butter in the same pot; whisk in flour for about 60 seconds.
  4. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking continuously until smooth; then add half & half.
  5. Simmer until thickened (3–5 minutes), then stir in chicken, beans, and apple-onion mixture.
  6. Mix in shredded cheese until melted; adjust thickness with additional broth if needed.
  • Author: Veronica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
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