Chicken-Apple Chili

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch slices or cubes
4 t chili powder
2 t ground cumin
salt and pepper
2-3 apples, cut into 1/2-inch (or smaller) cubes
1 onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
3/4 cup milk
2 15-oz cans pinto or white beans, rinsed
2 cups shredded monterey jack or cheddar cheese (about 8 oz)

Directions

1) In a large, heavy pot, heat 2 T olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and spices. Cook, stirring, until cooked through, 5-10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
2) Heat remaining olive oil; add apples and onions, and cook, stirring, until softened (about 6 minutes). Add to chicken.
3) Melt the butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour for 1 minute; whisk in the broth and milk until thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the chicken/apple mixture and beans, bring to a simmer, then stir in the cheese.

Optional

Serve with rice, barley, or toasted tortillas; garnish with green onions.

Notes

Makes a ton! Reheats nicely for lunches.