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Leslie Myers

Creamy Chicken, White Bean & Green Chili Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups 2% cottage cheese
  • 2 cups chicken bone broth or chicken stock
  • 1 –2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp liquid smoke optional, for added depth
  • 2 4-oz cans mild green chilis
  • 1 15-oz can white beans (cannellini or Great Northern), rinsed and drained
  • 2 –3 cups cooked chicken shredded or chopped
  • Rotisserie poached breasts, or leftover grilled thighs all work great
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 –2 tsp salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Juice of 1–2 limes
  • 1 cup roughly chopped cilantro
  • Optional toppings
  • jalapeño slices
  • diced avocado
  • extra cilantro
  • crushed tortilla chips

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Blender
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Blend the creamy base: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese and chicken bone broth (or stock). Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Sauté the base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  3. Add the spices: Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, coriander, and (if using) liquid smoke. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Build the soup: Add the green chilis, white beans, and chicken. Stir well to coat everything in the spices.
  5. Combine and simmer: Pour in the blended cottage cheese mixture. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Finish: Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with jalapeño slices, avocado, cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips.