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White Chicken Chili with Coffee-Drenched Truffles

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A smoky, hearty white vegan chicken chili crowned with lush coffee-drenched truffles, blending spice, creaminess, and deep espresso flavor.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 485 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the White Chicken Chili:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained
  • 1 cup vegan chicken substitute
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes optional, for spice queens
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime

For the Coffee-Drenched Truffles:

  • 1/4 cup full-fat coconut cream
  • 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup vegan dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cocoa powder for dusting because yes, we’re extra

Instructions
 

For the Chili:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and channel your inner kitchen goddess.
  • Toss beans and vegan chicken with olive oil, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
  • In a soup pot, sauté diced onion and garlic until everything smells like happiness.
  • Add roasted beans and chicken, pour in broth and coconut milk, and stir.
  • Let it simmer gently for 20 minutes, whispering sweet nothings to it if you want.
  • Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and stir with flair.

For the Truffles:

  • Heat coconut cream until it starts to bubble at the edges, then remove from heat.
  • Stir in brewed coffee and chocolate chips until melted and glossy.
  • Add vanilla extract, whisk until smooth, and chill for 20 minutes.
  • Roll chilled ganache into tiny balls and dust them in cocoa powder like the little luxury bombs they are.

Assembly:

  • Ladle chili into bowls like you’re serving Michelin-star excellence.
  • Top generously with coffee-drenched truffles.
  • Eat like you deserve it — because you do.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 485
  • Total Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 16g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Calcium: 14%
  • Vitamin C: 20%
  • Magnesium: 15%
  • Potassium: 16%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

  • Add extra chili flakes if you’re feeling bold and spicy.
  • Swap coconut milk for oat cream for a thicker, more decadent finish.
  • Drizzle some extra coffee concentrate over the truffles for that "woke up like this" vibe.
  • Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the chili for a pop of green and glam.
  • Make extra truffles and "store" them in your purse for emergencies. (You know, life emergencies.)
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