• prep: 30 min
• cook: 6 hr
• total: 6 hr 30 min

Reminiscent of the classic Buffalo wings, this chili is super easy and is loaded with delicious flavor!

• For the spice mix:
• 3 tablepoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon sweet smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon mustard powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon ground pepper
• For the chli:
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large large yellow onion* (diced small (about 1 1/2 cups))
• 3 medium stalks celery* (diced small)
• 4 medium cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 2 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
• 6 15.5- ounce cans Great Northern Beans
• 2 14 1/2- ounce cans fire-roasted canned tomatoes
• 2 4.5- ounce cans diced green chilies
• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (trimmed of fat and diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 4 ounces Neufchâtel cheese (optional**, diced into 1 inch pieces)
• For topping and serving:
• chopped fresh cilantro
• lime wedges
• shredded cheddar or Monterrey Jack cheese
• tortilla chips

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