35-Minute White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili Recipe
This 35-minute White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender shredded chicken, sweet diced apples, creamy white cheddar cheese, and hearty white beans simmered in a spiced broth. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this chili offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors with a creamy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 can white beans, drained (about 15 ounces)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
Spices
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp oil (for cooking onions)
Instructions
- Heat oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of oil in a pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the onions.
- Sauté onions: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add ingredients: Stir in the diced apple, cooked shredded chicken, drained white beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all flavors.
- Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Melt cheese: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot, optionally adding your favorite toppings such as sour cream, green onions, or extra cheese.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for a nice balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken is a quick and flavorful shortcut.
- For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans before adding the cheese.
- Adjust spices according to your preferred heat level.
- Optional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, or jalapeños add extra flavor and texture.
