Easy Chicken Chili Recipe
Looking for a classic red chili with big, bold flavor but don't want to spend all day at the stove? This easy chicken chili comes together in no time, making it perfect for last-minute dinner, game day, or whenever you're craving a hearty bowl of chili with a lighter twist!
Servings: 5 medium servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground chicken however lean you’d like
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium bell peppers chopped (I like red and green)
- 1 large sweet onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 can black beans (15.5 ounces) drained and rinsed
- 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- ⅓ cup water
- ¼ cup masa flour also called masa harina
- ⅓ cup chili powder I love McCormick’s (this is not an ad)
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Cayenne pepper optional for spiciness
Instructions
- In a large pot, add ground chicken (no oil needed). Toss and crumble over medium heat until completely cooked.
- Add peppers, onions, garlic, and olive oil to the chicken and increase heat to medium-high. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until fragrant and par-cooked.
- Add broth, beans, tomatoes with juices, chili powder, chipotle powder, salt, and cayenne if desired. Stir well.
- In a small bowl, mix together water and masa flour. Add flour slurry to the pot. Mix well.
- Cover pot, and bring to a simmer (medium-low heat). Let simmer for at least 20 minutes (or up to an hour), stirring occasionally, before servings with toppings of choice!
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Notes
- Chili powder varies in spiciness (it’s a blend of all the traditional spices found in chili). I like McCormick because it’s flavorful with mild heat. This is not an ad.
- Chipotle powder is usually a bit spicy. For a no-heat alternative, use smoked paprika.
- Prefer shredded chicken? Use rotisserie chicken or shredded Baked Chicken Thighs or Baked Chicken Breasts instead!
- Can’t find masa flour (AKA masa harina)? You can skip this step. Masa flour adds a touch of creaminess and complexity which is highly recommended. Masa flour tastes like ground corn tortillas and can usually be found in the baking aisle or with other Mexican foods.
- Chicken chili is just as good or better as leftovers!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 409mg | Potassium: 1540mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 6240IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 5mg