2 green onions, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons milk
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
Shredded cheddar cheese
1In a skillet, saute the onions, jalapeno and garlic in 1-1/2 teaspoons butter until crisp-tender. Add the sage, cumin and ginger; cook for 1 minute. Add chicken; cook and stir until lightly browned.
2In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add the broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Add beans. Pour over chicken mixture. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Sprinkle cheese on each serving.
Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Makes 2 servings
Tip Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.
Note: This recipe may be easily doubled or tripled.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 418 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 1243mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 11g fiber), 36g protein.