White Chicken Chili

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup dried white beans
  • 1 cup dried black eyed peas
  • 1 cup dried lima beans
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds chicken breast, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, diced (remove the seeds and vein for a milder heat)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions:

  • Rinse the dried beans.
  • Place the beans in a slow cooker with water. Set temperature to low.
  • In a large skillet on medium-high heat, sauté onions, garlic, chicken, and jalapeno in vegetable oil for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer mixture to the slow cooker.
  • Add spices and corn to the slow cooker.
  • Let cook for 9-11 hours or overnight

Suggestion:

Serve with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheese, or your favorite chili toppings.

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