Description
Hearty vegan white chicken chili celebrates plant-based comfort with creamy coconut milk and protein-packed alternatives. Spicy jalapeños and aromatic seasonings deliver robust southwestern flavors you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups vegan chicken substitute, shredded
Beans and Vegetables:
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 can green chilies, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Spices and Liquids:
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk or cashew cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a substantial cooking vessel over medium temperature, sautéing diced onions until translucent and tender.
- Introduce minced garlic and allow to release aromatic essence for approximately 60 seconds.
- Incorporate green chilies and carefully toast the spice blend – cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, and cayenne – creating a rich, fragrant foundation for approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Pour vegetable broth into the pot, gently fold in white beans, and establish a gentle simmering rhythm.
- Integrate shredded vegan chicken alternative, allowing ingredients to meld and warm thoroughly for 10 minutes.
- Stream coconut milk or cashew cream into the mixture, seasoning with salt and pepper to elevate flavor complexity.
- Reduce heat and allow chili to gently simmer for an additional 5 minutes, enabling ingredients to harmonize and develop depth.
- Transfer to serving bowls, embellishing with fresh cilantro sprigs and a vibrant lime juice splash for brightness and zest.
Notes
- Use firm tofu or jackfruit as a robust, protein-packed substitute for vegan chicken, ensuring a meaty texture and authentic flavor profile.
- Blend cashews with nutritional yeast beforehand to create a richer, creamier base that mimics traditional white chili’s depth and complexity.
- Roast green chilies before adding them to intensify their smoky undertones and elevate the overall taste of the dish.
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for an extra layer of complexity that compensates for the absence of traditional chicken’s natural smokiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg