Description
This Easy Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Made with tender chicken, hearty beans, and vibrant peppers, it’s a nutritious and satisfying meal. The chili is mildly spiced and can be adjusted to your taste. Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken: Add the diced chicken to the pot and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same pot, add the onions and bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add spices: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne (if using). Cook the spices with the vegetables for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Add tomatoes, beans, and broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and chicken broth. Stir everything together.
- Simmer: Add the cooked chicken back into the pot. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season and serve: Taste the chili and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Serve hot with your favorite toppings!
Notes
- This chili can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- You can substitute the chicken with ground turkey or beef if preferred.
- For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño.