This fragrant "white" chili is an unusual, delicious alternative to traditional tomato-based chilis. Serve with lime wedges and a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkling of cheese.
NUTRITION PROFILE: High Fiber | Low Sodium | Low Sat Fat | High Potassium | Heart Healthy | Diabetes Appropriate
Makes 6 servings, 1 1/3 cups each
ACTIVE TIME: 10 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 45 minutes
EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 15-ounce cans great northern beans, rinsed
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cups diced cooked skinless turkey or chicken
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in chiles, oregano, cumin and cayenne. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Stir in beans and broth; bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Add turkey (or chicken) and vinegar; cook for 5 minutes more. Serve.
NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 453 calories; 7 g fat (2 g sat, 2 g mono); 68 mg cholesterol; 52 g carbohydrate; 47 g protein; 11 g fiber; 215 mg sodium.
Nutrition Bonus: Niacin (80% daily value), Fiber (45% dv), Vitamin C (30% dv), Iron (25% dv).
3 Carbohydrate Servings
Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 vegetable, 5 very lean meat
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