Chicken Frito Pie

• Chicken Frito Pie
• 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-1/2" pieces
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 gloves garlic, crushed
• 1 Tablespoon chili powder
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 (7 oz) can chopped fire-roasted green chiles
• 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2-1/2 cups Fritos, divided
• 2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350o F. In a large heavy bottomed pot, heat oil over medium high. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides for a total of six minutes. Remove to a plate. Add onion, garlic and chili powder to pot, stirring; saute until tender, 4 minutes.
2. Return chicken to pot, stir in broth, green chiles and beans. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer (uncovered) and cook for 30 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Most of the liquid will evaporate.
3. Add 1-1/2 cups Fritos to a 2 quart casserole. Top with chicken mixture, remaining Fritos and cheese. Bake for 15 minutes.
4. Serve with cilantro, avocado and sour cream if desired.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/chicken-frito-pie-50144451 (may not work)