White-Bean Chili

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add the garlic and onion; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly softened.
3. 3
   Add the chicken, cumin, oregano, white pepper and red pepper flakes.
4. 4
   Season with salt and 1 to 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper.
5. 5
   Cook, stirring, until the chicken is slightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the collard greens and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are slightly wilted, about 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Add the chiles and chicken broth and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
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   Reduce the heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 20 minutes, until slightly thickened.
9. 9
   Stir in the beans and cook for another 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Stir in the cilantro.
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    Transfer the chili to bowls and garnish with light sour cream, chopped tomatoes and/or lime wedges, if desired.
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    Per serving: Calories 245; Fat 7 g (Sat.
13. 13
    1.5 g; Mono.
14. 14
    3.4 g; Poly.
15. 15
    1.3 g); Cholesterol 38 mg; Sodium 755 mg; Carbohydrate 23.5 g; Fiber 8 g; Protein 22 g
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    Photograph by Con Poulos