Chicken Chili
Chicken chili is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty tomatoes into a hearty dish that warms the soul. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends, this recipe is easy to prepare and full of flavor. Serve it with rice or cornbread for a satisfying meal that will impress everyone at your table. Enjoy the delightful medley of spices in every comforting spoonful!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the bell peppers, onion, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Toss in diced chicken breasts and brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Sprinkle in chili powder and cumin; stir to coat.
- Pour in canned tomatoes and chicken broth; simmer gently for about 20 minutes.
- Add chopped peppers during the last 10 minutes of cooking to maintain crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg