Ingredients

  • 1 lb. small white beans
  • 1 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies
  • 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp. dried oregano
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 8 to 10 c. chicken broth
  • 4 c. cooked chicken or turkey breast, torn in pieces
  • salt and pepper
  • 3/4 lb. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • salsa for garnish

Method

  • Soak beans overnight.
  • Drain. Saute onion in oil.
  • Stir in garlic, chilies, cumin, oregano and cayenne.
  • Saute 3 minutes more.
  • Add the beans and 8 cups of chicken broth.
  • Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender (several hours).
  • If mixture becomes too dry, add more chicken broth.
  • Stir in chicken pieces.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle into serving bowls, top with shredded cheese. Stir until cheese melts.
  • Garnish with salsa.