Hearty Chicken Chili

Warm up your weeknights with this comforting and flavor-packed Hearty Chicken Chili. Tender chunks of chicken breast are simmered in a robust tomato-based broth infused with smoky chili powder, cumin, and paprika, creating a perfectly spiced dish that's irresistible. Nutrient-rich kidney beans, black beans, and sweet bursts of corn add heartiness, while fresh lime juice and cilantro provide a zesty finish. This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of prep time and is simmered to perfection in an hour, making it an ideal choice for a cozy meal to serve your family or guests. Perfect for meal prepping or serving with toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, or extra cilantro, this chicken chili recipe is your new go-to for satisfying, wholesome comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium bell peppers, diced (red and green)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes, with juice
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot, and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent and the peppers are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the cubed chicken to the pot and season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until it is lightly browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, and frozen corn. Continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat, and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Ladle the chicken chili into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with extra cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheese for a richer flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3474.8 grams (3474.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2641

Total Fat 63.10g	81%
Saturated Fat 12.80g	64%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 578mg	193%
Sodium 6767mg	294%
Total Carbohydrate 241.70g	88%
Dietary Fiber 73.80g	264%
Total Sugars 40.60g
Protein 283.70g	567%

Vitamin D 34IU	170%
Calcium 692mg	53%
Iron 37mg	207%
Potassium 7450mg	159%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.3%

Protein: 42.5%

Carbs: 36.2%