Ingredients

  • 1 lb. dried navy beans
  • 4 (14 1/2 oz.) cans chicken broth
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. ground white pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 5 c. cooked chicken
  • 2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies
  • 1 seeded and chopped jalapeno pepper
  • 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • salsa
  • sour cream
  • shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Method

  • Sort and wash beans.
  • Cover with water and soak overnight (or at least 8 hours).
  • Drain the beans and place in a large pot.
  • Add 3 cans of broth and the next 7 ingredients.
  • Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover.
  • Simmer for 2 hours or until beans are tender.
  • Add the fourth can of broth, the chicken and the next 3 ingredients.
  • Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Layer the bottom of a large casserole dish with the tortillas. Cover with the chili.
  • Add the salsa, sour cream and cheese as desired.