White Chicken Chili with Salsa Verde

  • Yield:

    10 servings

  • Total Time:

    6 hrs 30 mins

  • Prep Time:

    30 mins

  • Cook Time:

    6 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups dried navy beans
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin seed
  • 3/4 teaspoon leaf oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon black medium grind pepper
  • 1-1/2 pound s boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon Mazola® Corn Oil
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 4 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 1 can (14 ounces) reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup salsa verde, divided
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • 1 can (5.3 ounce) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sliced jalapenos and chopped cilantro, optional

Instructions

  1. Soak beans in four cups of water overnight.
  2. Combine flour, garlic, cumin, oregano and black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Place chicken in bag and gently toss with flour mixture to completely coat.
  3. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium high heat; add chicken to skillet. Sauté chicken until lightly browned about 6 to 8 minutes.
  4. Remove any floating beans; drain water and place beans in slow cooker. Add vegetables, chicken broth, 1/2 cup salsa verde and water to the slow cooker.
  5. Place chicken in slow cooker; stir to combine ingredients.
  6. Cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours or LOW for 7 to 9 hours or until beans are tender. Stir in remaining salsa verde, evaporated milk, cheese and cilantro. Serve with sliced jalapenos and additional cilantro, if desired.