a little chili to ease the chill

brr it's been cold out this week! i always feel the best way to warm up on days or weeks like these are with a hot bowl of chili. but this chili has a twist to it as it's a flavorful southwest chicken chili. mmm...prepare to be full + here's the recipe!

here's what you'll need (not all items are pictured):

32 oz chicken broth

2-3 cans of navy beans

2 cans of chicken or 2 pre-cooked chicken breasts

3/4 cup leeks

1 yellow bell pepper chopped

1/2 medium onion chopped

1/2 teaspoon white pepper

3/4 teaspoon cumin

2-3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

shredded cheddar jack cheese (for garnish)

cilantro (for garnish)

1. once prep work is completed, in a large pot put evoo and onions on medium heat for one minute. then add in leeks and keep stirring mixture for 2 minutes so that browning does not occur. after two minutes add in bell pepper and saute for one minute so that all veggies are softened.

2. once all veggies are softened, add in broth, beans, spices and chicken. when mixture comes to boil put on low and let simmer for 20 minutes so that flavors infuse.

3. add cilantro and/or cheese as garnish for flavor and enjoy!