Chicken Chili

I'm not sure if this is considered Mexican, but it is amazingly delicious either way! The recipe is from my friend, Rosie Pacini.

3 yellow onions, chopped
2 Tbs. olive oil, plus extra for chicken
4 cloves garlic
4 bell peppers (any color), cored, seeded, and large-diced
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. dried red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for chicken
2 28-oz. cans whole peeled tomatoes in puree, undrained
1/4 c. fresh basil leaves, minced
4 chicken breasts
black pepper

for serving: chopped onions, corn chips, grated cheese, sour cream

Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 1 minute.

Put the tomatoes in the food processor for a few pulses and then add them. Add the basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and put on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast the chicken. Let cool slightly. Cut chicken into chunks and add to the chili. Simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes.

Creamy White Chili

I happened onto this recipe from americanprofile.com when I was searching for recipes using garbanzo beans. Taking a chance, I tried it and fell in love. It is so good!

1 Tbs. oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 15 oz. can garbanzo beans
2 15 oz. cans Great Northern Beans
1 lb. chicken, cooked and cubed
14 oz. chicken broth
1 14 oz. can corn
1 4 oz. can green chilies
1 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 c. sour cream
1/2 c. whipping cream

In large pan heat oil, and saute onions and garlic. Add beans, chicken, broth, corn, chilies, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes, uncovered.

Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and whipping cream. Serve immediately. Serves 6 to 8.