Chicken Pinto Chili Recipe

Name: Chicken Pinto Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 4 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth; 1 ½ cups onions, chopped; 2 lbs chicken breasts, cubbed bite sized; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon oregano; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; fresh cilantro (optional); shredded Mexican blend cheese (optional); sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

6 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
4 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
1 ½ cups onions, chopped
2 lbs chicken breasts, cubbed bite sized
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
fresh cilantro (optional)
shredded Mexican blend cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)

1
Use a little oil to saute onion and garlic in a stock pot.
2
Add oregano and cumin to the onions/garlic and cook for 1 minute to bring out the flavors in the spices.
3
Add beans, broth, and seasoned salt.
4
Bring to a decent boil and let cook about 2 hours.
5
Through in the chopped chicken (raw) to the boiling beans and continue to cook at least 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
6
I normally let this cook even longer, about an hour with the chicken because it breaks down a little bit more.
7
But it's really not needed and a lot of people prefer the chicken in larger pieces.
8
Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream and cilantro.
9
Serve with your favorite chips if you'd like.

901

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed, 4 (15 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth, 1 ½ cups onions, chopped, 2 lbs chicken breasts, cubbed bite sized, and more.

Yes, Chicken Pinto 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Pinto Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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