Best chili recipe to pair with Sauvignon Blanc

Patricia Hoover, co-owner of Still Waters Vineyards in Paso Robles, California, has been making this chili recipe for almost 20 years! Based on a recipe from the Pioneer Woman, Pat has adapted it over the years, with this being its latest version. It comes together fast and easy, and is a surefire crowd pleaser. Great as a stand-alone dish, chili cook-off entry or a tasty side dish for your hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill. Pat says to try this green chili with a bottle of chilled Still Waters Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc!

WHITE LIGHTNING CHILI

• 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-size pieces
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 white onion, diced
• 1 small can diced Ortega chilies
• 1 cup diced pepperoncini
• 1 medium can of mild green enchilada sauce
• 1 can cream of chicken soup (plus 1 can of water)
• 2 cans beans – pinto or Great Northern, drained
• 1 TBSP ground cumin
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• salt & pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Now the easy part… just dump all these ingredients into your crock pot or soup pot. Heat thoroughly. Before serving mix in 1/2 cup sour cream. Add more spice if desired. Garnish with toppings and enjoy!

Toppings: Tortilla Chips, grated cheese, guacamole, sour cream

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A Summer Picnic at Still Waters Vineyards

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