Name: White Cheddar & Apple Chicken Chili Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken; 2 apples, peeled and roughly chopped; 1 white onion, peeled and roughly diced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp chili powder; 2 tsp ground cumin; 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; Salt and pepper, to taste

Ingredients

Chicken and Vegetables

2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
2 apples, peeled and roughly chopped
1 white onion, peeled and roughly diced

Spices and Oils

2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin

Roux and Liquids

4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup half & half

Beans and Cheese

2 15 oz cans cannellini beans, drained
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Sauté Apples and Onion: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped apples and diced onion. Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder and 2 tsp ground cumin, cooking for 6-8 minutes or until the apples and onion soften. Transfer this mixture to a plate and set aside.
Make Roux: Reduce heat to medium-low. Melt 4 tbsp butter in the pot and whisk in 1/4 cup flour. Cook for about 60 seconds to eliminate the raw flour taste, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in 2 1/2 cups chicken broth, adding a little at a time to maintain a smooth mixture. Then whisk in 3/4 cup half & half. Simmer, whisking occasionally, until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Stir the chopped rotisserie chicken, drained cannellini beans, and reserved apple and onion mixture into the pot until everything is evenly combined.
Adjust Thickness and Add Cheese: If the chili is too thick, add extra broth to loosen it to your preference. Otherwise, stir in 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese until melted for a creamy finish. The chili should be thick but spoonable.
Season and Serve: Season the chili with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, additional cheese, or chopped cilantro.

Notes

Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
Peeling the apples helps the texture blend smoothly into the chili.
This chili is intentionally thick; add broth to thin if desired.
The Mexican blend cheese adds a nice melt and mild flavor; feel free to substitute with white cheddar alone.
Serve with toppings like sour cream, tortilla chips, or sliced jalapeños for extra flavor.

Author: Monica
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner, Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American