Fantastically filling and comforting – perfect for using leftovers from a roast chicken.

SERVES 4
2 1⁄2 tbsp olive oil
2 onions, 1 halved and finely sliced and 1 diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
Bunch of coriander (about 20g), leaves and stalks separated
1 jalapeño chilli, finely chopped
1⁄2 tsp ground cumin
1⁄2 tsp ground coriander
1 litre fresh chicken stock
400g cooked, shredded chicken
2 x 400g cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
Juice of 1 lime
TO SERVE
Soured cream
Sliced avocado
Sliced jalapeño
Chilli lime wedges
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large nonstick saucepan over a medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt then fry, stirring regularly, for 20 minutes until golden and crispy. Scoop this out of the pan and set aside on a kitchen towel.
- Add the remaining 1⁄2 tbsp oil to the pan with the diced onion, garlic and a pinch of salt. Cover with a lid and sweat for 10 minutes, stirring regularly, until softened. Finely chop the coriander stalks and add to the pan with the chilli and spices. Fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the chicken stock, shredded chicken and beans and simmer for 5-6 minutes, then add the lime juice and season to taste. Divide between bowls, topping with crispy onions.
- Serve with soured cream, sliced avocado, coriander leaves, sliced chilli and lime wedges.
Food styling: Kitty Coles. Food styling assistant: Care Cole. Prop styling: Louie Waller