Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken thighs; 1 large white onion; 1 small green pepper; 1 small red pepper; 2 minced fresh garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons chili powder (or to taste); red pepper flakes, for added heat (optional); 14 ounces stewed tomatoes (italian style is what I use); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; ¼ cup water (if you wish) or ¼ cup chicken broth (if you wish); 15 ounces red kidney beans (use black beans or a mixture if you prefer)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground chicken thighs
1 large white onion
1 small green pepper
1 small red pepper
2 minced fresh garlic cloves
2 tablespoons chili powder (or to taste)
red pepper flakes, for added heat (optional)
14 ounces stewed tomatoes (italian style is what I use)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ cup water (if you wish) or ¼ cup chicken broth (if you wish)
15 ounces red kidney beans (use black beans or a mixture if you prefer)

1
In a non-stick skillet brown ground chicken thighs.
2
Dice white onion, green pepper, red pepper.
3
Chop garlic cloves.
4
Add to browning meat in skillet.
5
Saute for 5 minutes until veggies just start to become tender.
6
Add chili powder and stir well to coat.
7
Cook 1-2 minutes.
8
Add red pepper flakes to taste if you are using.
9
Add stewed tomatoes, breaking up with wooden spoon.
10
Add water, tomato paste and stir to combine.
11
Add 1 can kidney beans, simmer 10-15 minutes to cook veggies and heat through.
12
Chili can be frozen and reheated in the microwave.
13
Even better the next day!
14
Sometimes I add a little bit of frozen corn to the hot chili and wrap in a whole wheat tortilla.
15
Top with low-fat cheddar cheese and non-fat sour cream and it's complete!

473

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground chicken thighs, 1 large white onion, 1 small green pepper, 1 small red pepper, and more.

Yes, 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.

Chicken Chili

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions