WHITE BEAN CHICKEN STEW

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Field editor LaDonna Reed of Ponca City, Oklahoma dreamed up this hearty stew chock-full of white beans and chicken chunks. For a spicier version, simply add more jalapeno peppers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute the onion, jalapeno and garlic in oil until tender. Add the broth, beans and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and parsley; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 785mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges