CHICKEN AND WHITE BEANS RECIPES

Steps:

• Place the chicken, carrots, celery and onion in a large pot. Add the broth, cover and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, add ¾ tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper and simmer, covered, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. (Skim and discard any foam that rises to the top.)
• Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
• Transfer the chicken to a bowl. When cool enough to handle, shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones.
• Stir the chicken back into the soup along with the sausage, escarole and beans. Simmer until the escarole is tender, 4 to 5 minutes.

Steps:

• Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add rice, cumin and chili powder; cook and stir 1 minute.
• Stir in all remaining ingredients except cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 to 18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
• Remove skillet from heat. Uncover; fluff mixture with fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; let stand 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted before serving.