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Chicken Chili Recipe

24 agosto, 2024
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    Ingredients

    Chicken Chili

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
    • 1 large onion, finely chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 green bell pepper, diced
    • 1 red bell pepper, diced
    • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
    • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 2 tablespoons chili powder
    • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

    Toppings (Optional)

    • Shredded cheddar cheese
    • Sour cream
    • Sliced jalapeños
    • Avocado slices
    • Tortilla chips

    Instructions

    Cooking the Chicken Chili

    1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
    2. Add the diced chicken breasts to the pot. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
    3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced green and red bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
    4. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, corn kernels, chicken broth, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
    5. Bring the chili to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded and the chili has thickened to your desired consistency.
    6. Stir in the lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

    Serving the Chicken Chili

    1. Ladle the chicken chili into bowls.
    2. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
    3. Serve with optional toppings such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, avocado slices, and tortilla chips on the side.

    Tips and Tricks

    Customizing the Chili

    Feel free to customize the chicken chili with additional ingredients such as diced tomatoes with green chilies for added heat, or a can of pinto beans for extra texture.

    Making Ahead

    Chicken chili tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to develop. Prepare the chili a day in advance, refrigerate overnight, and reheat gently on the stove before serving.

    Freezing the Chili

    Chicken chili freezes well. Allow it to cool completely, then transfer to airtight containers or freezer bags and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat before serving.

    Serving Suggestions

    Chicken chili is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with cornbread, rice, or over baked potatoes for a hearty meal.

    Nutritional Information

    • Calories: 300 per serving
    • Protein: 25g
    • Carbohydrates: 30g
    • Fat: 8g
    • Fiber: 8g
    • Sugar: 5g
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