Ruby Tuesday White Chicken Chili

White chili is a hearty stew, and delicious without the tomato base. Garnish this dish with sour cream, Monterey jack cheese, and fresh chopped cilantro as you would regular chili.

Ruby Tuesday White Chicken Chili is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy beans, and flavorful spices. This hearty chili is a popular menu item at Ruby Tuesday, known for its rich and satisfying flavors.

The white chicken chili starts with great northern beans that are soaked overnight to ensure they become tender and flavorful when cooked. The beans are then simmered in a savory chicken stock along with diced onions and minced garlic, allowing the flavors to meld together and create a robust base for the chili.

To add a kick of heat and a burst of flavor, Ruby Tuesday includes diced jalapeño peppers and chili peppers in their white chicken chili recipe. These peppers bring a pleasant level of spiciness that complements the creamy beans and chicken perfectly.

The star ingredient, diced cooked chicken, adds protein and heartiness to the chili. The chicken is cooked separately and then added to the simmering pot, allowing it to soak up the flavors of the broth and spices.

To enhance the taste profile, Ruby Tuesday incorporates salsa, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper into their white chicken chili. These seasonings add depth and complexity, balancing the flavors and providing a delightful taste experience.

After simmering for an additional hour, the Ruby Tuesday White Chicken Chili is ready to be served piping hot. The chili can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips for added texture and crunch.

Whether enjoyed as a comforting meal on a chilly day or as a satisfying option at Ruby Tuesday, this white chicken chili is a flavorful and hearty choice. Its combination of tender chicken, creamy beans, and spicy kick makes it a popular choice among chili lovers.

SERVES: 8

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 pound great northern beans
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups diced cooked chicken
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
• 2 chili peppers, diced
• 1 ½ teaspoons oregano
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Salt, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Soak the great northern beans in water overnight.
2. The next day, drain the beans and add them to a large stock pot.
3. Pour in the chicken stock and add half of the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot.
4. Simmer the mixture over medium heat for about 2 hours, stirring frequently, until the beans soften.
5. Add the diced cooked chicken and salsa to the pot and continue simmering.
6. In a separate skillet, heat the vegetable oil and sauté the diced jalapeño peppers, diced chili peppers, remaining chopped onions, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant.
7. Add the sautéed mixture to the chili pot along with salt to taste.
8. Simmer the chili for an additional hour to allow the flavors to blend together.
9. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.
10. Serve the white chicken chili hot, and garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or sliced jalapeños. Enjoy!