📖 Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken: Dice the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper. Sometimes I throw in a lil' garlic powder, just for extra flavor, you know?
2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Don't burn the garlic! That's happened to me more times than I'd like to admit.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. It doesn’t need to be fully cooked through at this point.
4. Add Beans and Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, add the cannellini beans (drained and rinsed), and the diced green chilies. Stir well to combine. Make sure you get all the yummy browned bits from the bottom of the pot! That's where the flavor is.
5. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. The longer it simmers, the better it tastes!
6. Add Bok Choy: Stir in the chopped bok choy during the last 5 minutes of simmering. This allows the bok choy to wilt slightly but still retain some crunch. I like to add the stems first since they take a bit longer to cook. Whoops, almost forgot!
7. Creamy Finish: Stir in the cream cheese or Greek yogurt until fully incorporated. This will give the chili a creamy, rich texture. If you're using cream cheese, make sure it's softened for easier mixing. I find that if I dont let it soften it doesn't incorporate very well.
8. Season to Taste: Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat, if desired. Sometimes, I’ll squeeze a lime for a little acid.
9. Garnish and Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, green onions, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips. Enjoy this creamy and delicious chili. It’s a bowl of comfort that’s both satisfying and good for you! You deserve it! What are you waiting for, go make this recipe!!!