Guest post from Brigette Shevy
My mom has served this soup as part of lunch on Christmas Day for as long as I can remember! She always did a “Soup and Sandwich” theme, with several different kinds of soup and all the ingredients for make-your-own sub sandwiches. This kept Christmas meal preparations fairly simple, while still being a meal that we all looked forward to!
White Chicken Chili is a nice change of pace from regular chili. The original recipe, which I’ve adapted somewhat, came from some dear family friends who are well-known for their hospitality and delicious recipes. This soup is no exception! It is cheesy, filling, and perfect on any chilly day of the year.
White Chicken Chili
- 3 cups cooked, diced chicken
- 3 16-ounce cans Great Northern beans, drained
- 1 8-ounce can chopped mild green chilies (use hot for a spicier version)
- 4 cups chicken broth or stock
- 16 ounces grated Monterey Jack cheese, divided (less works too J)
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste, if needed
In a large sauce pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic and remaining spices except salt and pepper.
Saute for 2-3 minutes. Add chicken, beans, chilies, broth, and 12 ounces cheese. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Serves 6-8
Brigette is a full-time wife and mother who is blessed with three amazing bundles of energy (ages 6, 4, and 2). She enjoys music, experimenting in the kitchen, homeschooling her children, finding great deals, long-distance running, and anything chocolate.
I get the same message on pinterest about the image being too small–and tried it two times.. What else should I do.
I heard that this meal can be a crock pot freezer meal (meaning all of the raw ingredients go in a freezer gallon bag and you pop it into a crock pot before work and add any of your wet ingredients (i.e. chicken broth, etc) and its done after 4 to 6 hrs)…is this true?
We just had this at my sister-in-law’s house, and that is exactly what she did. Tasted great!
Made this today and my family loved it. Thanks for sharing. Even my picky son loved it.
What a great theme! You can change some things up every year, but still keep the tradition.
I LOVE your mom’s recipes. The little I’ve read about her inspires me, and I’d love to read more advice from her, and to hear how she does everyday things.
I have tried to PIN IT it says “Your image is too small” I guess that mean s the picture of your chilit is too small could you make it bigger so I can PIN IT? Thank you so much!
So sorry you’re having trouble. It worked for me just now.
What a great tradition! Your mom seems like such a neat lady.
I just wanted to add that I make a very very similar recipe that does not use cheese, and is still soooo yummy! Just wanted to put that out there that it isn’t needed if dairy is an issue. Also ours has corn and some lime juice, which adds a nice flavor!
Yes, she is an amazing woman… because she’s my mom, too. 🙂 {Brigette is my older sister!}
Thanks for commenting about making this dairy-free! Good to know. The corn and lime juice sound like great additions!