FIESTA CHILI BIANCO
1 1/2 tbsp. oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1 medium carrot - diced
2 stocks of celery - diced
1 large onion - diced
1 small orange or yellow pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (veined and seeded)
1 Anaheim pepper, chopped
Add 1 1/2 tbsp cumin
1 tsp. oregano
Saute oil, garlic, carrot and celery first, adding rest of ingredients. Saute until slightly browned and softened in a Le Creuset French Oven over medium heat.
Add: 1/4 cup flour to vegetables, stir to incorporate completely.
Slowly add:
1 20oz chicken broth
Stir in:
1 lb browned ground turkey or 2 cups diced, cooked chicken breast (left over turkey works well)
1 4oz can chopped mild green chilies
1 large jar (14oz) Great Northern Beans
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper - Optional
Salt and pepper to taste
Simmer 10-15 minutes
Add:
1 1/2 cup finely shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
Stir until cheese is melted and flavors are blended
Garnish with sliced green onion and minced fresh cilantro, if desired.
Each serving is approx. 211 calories.
I add slightly more peppers, we use 2 or 3 jalapenos. It's spicy, not overly spicy or hot. It's probably my favorite chili recipe
