35-Minute White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili You’ll Crave Recipe
This 35-Minute White Cheddar Apple Chicken Chili combines tender shredded chicken, creamy white cheddar, sweet diced apples, and hearty white beans in a flavorful, comforting chili. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal that balances savory and sweet with a mild chili kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Chili
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 can white beans, drained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cooking oil (for sautéing onions)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté Onions: Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add Apples and Protein: Add the diced apple, shredded cooked chicken, and drained white beans to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Season and Simmer: Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the chicken broth, stir everything together, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook uncovered for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Melt Cheese: Lower the heat and stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the chili, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with extra shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped fresh herbs as desired.
Notes
- Use any variety of apple you prefer, but a sweet-tart variety like Fuji or Gala works well.
- For thicker chili, reduce the amount of chicken broth or simmer longer to evaporate liquid.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken is a quick and easy shortcut for this recipe.
- This chili freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Adjust chili powder and cumin to your preferred spice level.
