Easy Chicken Chili Recipe
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Easy Chicken Chili Recipe
Description
The Easy Chicken Chili starts by sautéing diced sweet onion, chopped red bell pepper, and minced garlic in olive or avocado oil until tender. Shredded chicken is mixed with canned black beans, sweet corn, diced tomatoes, and chicken or turkey broth. The combination simmers with spices including chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, and chili flakes to build a balanced chili flavor.
The chili thickens as it simmers, melding the savory and spicy elements while the beans and corn add body and sweetness. The use of shredded chicken keeps the texture tender and lean. Optional toppings such as shredded cheese, avocado slices, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream, Greek yogurt, or sliced jalapeños can be added to customize each serving's flavor and texture.
This chili can be stored refrigerated for up to five days and freezes well for three months. Using leftover or rotisserie chicken speeds preparation. Adjust seasonings and toppings to suit dietary preferences, including dairy-free or vegan alternatives by omitting chicken and cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups chicken or Turkey, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 sweet onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper Chopped
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes one can
- 2 Cups chicken broth or turkey broth
- 1 (15oz) black beans rinsed and drained, canned
- 1 1/2 Cup sweet corn rinsed and drained, frozen or 15 oz can
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- salt to taste, sea salt
- black pepper to taste, sea salt
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
- cheese shredded cheese, sliced jalapeno, etc
- avocado
- tortilla chips
- cilantro
- sour cream
- Greek yogurt
- jalapeño
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon Olive Oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 Sweet Onion (diced), 1 Red Bell Pepper (chopped), and 3 Garlic Cloves (minced) and sauté until tender, 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the 1 (15oz) Can Black Beans , 1 1/2 Cup Frozen Sweet Corn ( or 15 oz can ), 15 ounces Diced Tomatoes, 2 Cups Chicken or Turkey Broth, 2 Cups Shredded Chicken or turkey, 1 teaspoon Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Lower the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the chili thickens and flavors blend.
- Season with Sea salt and pepper to your taste.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy! Optional toppings are Shredded cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream, greek yogurt, sliced jalapeno etc.
Notes
- Leftovers store in the refrigerator safely up to five days; reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Freeze chili for up to three months in airtight containers; thaw overnight before reheating.
- Use rotisserie or leftover chicken to save time, or roast and shred chicken yourself.
- Ground turkey or beef can substitute chicken; use olive or avocado oil for sautéing.
- Low-sodium broth and canned beans help reduce salt intake, adjust chili flakes to preferred spice level.
- Omit dairy toppings for lactose-free meals or use vegetable broth and skip chicken for a vegan version.
- Shredding fresh cheese is preferable for better melting compared to pre-shredded options.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 422 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 422kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 690mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 911mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1425IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 64.9mg | 72% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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