White Chicken Chili

* Exported from MasterCook *

White Chicken Chili

Recipe By : Alexis
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Stews And Chilis

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups onion -- chopped
3 cloves garlic -- finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 bay leaf -- broken in half
2 cups chicken -- shredded, cooked
2 cups white beans -- cooked and drained
2 jalapeno peppers -- minced
1 1/2 cups Monterey jack cheese -- grated
1/2 teaspoon black pepper -- coarsely ground
Salt

1.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan. Add the onion and saute
over medium heat until softened and lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the
garlic, oregano, cumin, and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the
broth, wine, and bay leaf. Cook uncovered over medium-high heat until somewhat
reduced, 5 to 8 minutes.

2.Add the chicken, beans, and jalapenos. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes,
stirring occasionally. Using the back of a spoon, mash about one-quarter of
the beans to thicken the sauce. (Can be made 2 days ahead and refrigerated, or
frozen. Reheat gently before finishing.)

3.Over low heat, add the cheese one handful at a time, stirring until melted.
Add the pepper and taste for salt, adding some if necessary.

4.Remove the pieces of bay leaf. Serve the chili topped with some or all of
the garnishes.

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Suggested Wine: Good, strong beer.
Serving Ideas : Garnish, serve with crusty bread and a salad.

NOTES : Garnishes: diced tomatoes, chopped scallions, sliced black olives,
shredded cheese, or wrap up in warm tortillas.