Chicken and White Bean Chili with Cornbread

Chicken and White Bean Chili with Cornbread is a hearty and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of tender chicken, creamy white beans, and flavorful spices that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. The addition of cornbread adds a sweet and savory element to the dish that is simply irresistible.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Chicken and White Bean Chili:

- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Cornbread:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
To start, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper and cook for another minute.
Add the white beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and cooked chicken to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the chili has thickened.
While the chili is simmering, preheat your oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Pour the cornbread batter into a greased 9-inch baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
To serve, ladle the chicken and white bean chili into bowls and top with a slice of cornbread. Garnish with chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
This Chicken and White Bean Chili with Cornbread is a perfect comfort food that is sure to warm you up on a cold day. The combination of tender chicken, creamy white beans, and flavorful spices creates a rich and satisfying flavor that is sure to please. The addition of sweet and savory cornbread adds a perfect finishing touch to this delicious dish.
Type of dish: Comfort food
Main ingredients: Chicken, White beans, Cornbread