One Pot White Chicken Chili

I can’t believe how long it has been this cold. We just don’t get long stretches of below freezing temps in the South and I am over it! On the bright side, I do love some hearty winter comfort foods. Last night I made my White Chicken Chili with Coconut Milk. One of the hardest things for me about eating dairy free is I really try to avoid highly processed foods as much as possible. Sometimes, there really just is not an option and I am thankful for things like vegan cream cheese and butter. Some of these alternatives are so good that you really can’t tell the difference from the real thing once it is incorporated into a recipe. However, whenever possible, I love to use simpler and less processed ingredients without so many oils and gums and this recipe is a perfect one for a simple coconut milk swap. Because of all of the spices and flavors in the chili, you can’t taste the coconut AT ALL. The sweetness is neutralized by the spice and really enhances the flavor. I get so many compliments when I share this dish with friends. I have taken this dish to a few potluck gatherings and always get asked for the recipe. The other great thing about this White Chicken Chili is that it is completely dairy free for me, but when I serve it to my family, (and in particular my kids) they can still add a little shredded cheese and sour cream to theirs if they want to. Anytime I can make one meal (in one pot) and everyone eats it, it’s a victory. This is another one that reheats so well and would be a great option to make ahead and freeze. I hope y’all enjoy!