Aztec Chowder (White Bean Chili)

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About this recipe

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This recipe is for an Aztec chowder white bean chili, a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the traditional flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comfort of a warm bowl of soup. Packed with white beans, vegetables, and spices, this chili is not only delicious but also nutritious. It can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish, and it's perfect for those looking for a satisfying and healthy meal option.

Keywords: Aztec chowder, white bean chili, Mexican cuisine, hearty, and nutritious.

Aztec chowder white bean chili recipe details

Aztec chowder white bean chili recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:117

A spicy white bean chili, totally awesome.
Ready in: 9 hours

Ingredients

Serves: 12

• 1/2 pound dried Great Northern beans
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 stick butter
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup minced yellow onion
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Anaheim chile pepper, seeded and minced
• 2 cups whipping cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup Pepperjack cheese
• 2 tablespoons cilantro

Preparation method

Prep: 8 hours | Cook: 1 hour

1. In a large pot, soak beans with chicken stock overnight or 8 hours.
2. Bring beans and stock to a boil and simmer 1-1 1/2 hours until beans are tender.
3. Remove 1/2 beans from pot and puree with cumin and cayenne in a food processor. Keep set aside for future use.
4. In a seperate large saucepan, melt butter. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
5. Add onion, garlic, and chiles. Cook until onions are clear, stirring frequently.
6. Place contents of saucepan into pot containing broth and beans not pureed, and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce to a simmer, then add puree.
8. Slowly stir in cream and heat on low/med temperature until desired temperature, stirring frequently.
9. Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with pepperjack cheese and cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.