Cheapass Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Cheapass Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs pinto beans (cooked); 1 medium onion; 2 large garlic cloves; 4 serrano chilies; 2 lbs ground chicken; 3 tomatoes; 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 3 tablespoons cumin seeds; 3 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder; 1 tablespoon dried epazote; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs pinto beans (cooked)
1 medium onion
2 large garlic cloves
4 serrano chilies
2 lbs ground chicken
3 tomatoes
4 tablespoons grapeseed oil
3 tablespoons cumin seeds
3 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon dried epazote
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

1
In a large, deep skillet (one that has a tight-fitting lid, for later) and over medium-high heat, sautee the onion and serrano chilies in the oil.
2
Stir and cook until the onions turn transluscent and start to brown around the edges.
3
Before using the cumin, grind the seeds into powder (or use powdered cumin).
4
Add in the ground meat, scattering it around the skillet.
5
Season the still-raw meat with the herbs, spices, salt, and pepper.
6
Halfway through browning the meat, add the garlic and stir it inches.
7
Add the beans and two cups of their reserved soaking liquid.
8
If you do not have any reserved bean liquid (or do not have enough) use up to two cups of water, instead.
9
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 30 minutes.
10
Uncover, stir, and raise the heat to medium.
11
Continue cooking for another 30 minutes (stirring every 5 minutes or so) or until the chili has pulled together into a thick, stew-like consistency.
12
Stirring at this stage, while it is uncovered, is important to keep the dish from burning.
13
Remove from heat and serve.

810

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs pinto beans (cooked), 1 medium onion, 2 large garlic cloves, 4 serrano chilies, and more.

Yes, Cheapass Chicken Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheapass Chicken Chili

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