Keto White Chicken Chili (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tbsp coconut oil or your favorite cooking oil
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1 onion, diced
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2 celery sticks, chopped
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and membranes removed, diced
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1½ lbs skinless boneless chicken thighs or breasts
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1 tbsp ground cumin
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2 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp coriander
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp sea salt
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⅛ tsp ground black pepper
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4 cups bone broth or chicken broth
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4 oz can of diced green chili
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14 oz can of full-fat coconut milk
→ Optional Garnishes
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Cilantro
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Avocado slices
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More jalapeño slices
# Steps to Follow:
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Melt coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, and jalapeños and cook, stirring for 5 minutes.
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Push the vegetables to the side, then add the chicken along with cumin, chili powder, coriander, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken for 5 minutes until browned on all sides.
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Add the broth and diced green chili. Let the soup come to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Transfer the chicken to a bowl and use 2 forks to shred it completely.
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Return the shredded chicken to the soup and add the coconut milk. Turn up the heat to medium-high and let the mixture come to a boil. Let it boil for 10 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. Remove from heat and serve with your favorite garnish.
# Additional Notes:
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Use full-fat coconut milk to achieve the creamy consistency.
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To thicken the chili, add a teaspoon of arrowroot powder or xanthan gum.
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Adjust spice levels by adding more jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
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Save prep time by using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
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Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Freeze the chili for up to 3 months after cooling to room temperature.
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Thaw frozen chili overnight in the fridge and reheat with a splash of broth to restore consistency.