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Instructions
1
In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion yellow bell pepper and jalapeño and cook, stirring, until softened about 8 minutes. Add garlic, oregano, and cumin and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2
Add chicken, broth, and chiles; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until chicken is tender and cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
3
Transfer to a plate and shred chicken with 2 forks.
4
Drain and rinse beans in a fine mesh strainer or colander then measure out 1 cup. Set whole beans aside, transfer 1 cup beans to a food processor along with ¼ cup broth from soup, puree until nearly smooth.
5
Add corn and shredded chicken and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute more.
6
Mix in the lime juice before serving.
7
Ladle chili into bowls. Top with avocado, cilantro and tortilla chips.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Layer Your Spices for Depth 🌶️Toast your cumin, coriander, and oregano in the hot oil for 30 seconds before adding onions to unlock their essential oils and create a richer, more complex flavor foundation for the entire chili.
- Choose Chicken Thighs Over Breasts ✨Skinless chicken thighs remain juicy and tender even with prolonged simmering, while breasts can become dry; thighs also add more flavor to your broth for a superior final dish.
- Make-Ahead Secret: Undercook Slightly 🕐When preparing for the crockpot, cook ingredients to 80% completion the night before—flavors meld beautifully overnight, and the gentle reheating prevents overcooking the chicken and beans.
- Finish with Fresh Lime and Cilantro 🍋Add lime juice and fresh cilantro just before serving to brighten the rich, heavy spices and provide a fresh, zesty counterbalance that elevates the entire dish.
- Preserve Bean Texture with Timing ⏱️Add delicate beans like great northern beans in the last 20 minutes of cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy, while heartier cannellini beans can handle longer simmering without falling apart.
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High Protein
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