The Crock Pot Chronicles: White Chicken Chili

Perhaps you are saying to yourself, "Chili can't have beans in it, much less be white," but that would be like saying gumbo can't be gumbo unless it has okra. So, be adventurous and expand your chili horizons with this simple crock pot recipe.

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

3 lbs chicken breast meat (or whatever you have) cut into bite-sized pieces

2 medium white onions, chopped

3 cloves of garlic, minced

2 cans (14 oz) fat free, sodium free chicken broth

4 cans (15.5 oz) cannellini beans or great northern beans rinsed and drained

1 can (4.5 oz) chopped green chilis

1 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cumin

3/4 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/8 tsp ground cloves

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add in chicken pieces, onion and garlic. Saute until the chicken is lightly browned and the onions are clear (5-7 min).

2. Transfer meat, onions, and garlic to the slow cooker and add all other ingredients. Stir to combine.

3. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Uncover and cook for another hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with biscuits and topped with cheddar cheese if desired.