Chicken Tequila Chili Recipe

Name: Chicken Tequila Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE BEANS:; 1 pound Dry Great Northern Beans; 2 cloves Garlic, Smashed; FOR THE CHICKEN:; 3 pounds Chicken Breast Filets, Boneless And Skinless; 1-1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1 teaspoon Sugar; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Garlic, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice; 2 Tablespoons Water; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; FOR THE CHILI:; 2 Tablespoons Butter, Unsalted; 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil; 1 whole White Onion, Chopped (about 2 Cups); 3 stalks Celery, Chopped; 1 whole Anaheim Pepper, Seeded And Chopped; 2 whole Poblano Peppers, Seeded And Chopped; 3 Tablespoons Ground Cumin; 3 Tablespoons Chili Powder; 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon White Pepper; 1/2 cups Tequila; 2 quarts Chicken Stock; 2 cans (14.5 Oz Cans) Diced Tomatoes, No Salt Added; 2 Tablespoons Quick Cooking Tapioca (optional)

Servings: persons

FOR THE BEANS:
1 pound Dry Great Northern Beans
2 cloves Garlic, Smashed
FOR THE CHICKEN:
3 pounds Chicken Breast Filets, Boneless And Skinless
1-1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Sugar
1 Tablespoon Fresh Garlic, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
2 Tablespoons Water
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
FOR THE CHILI:
2 Tablespoons Butter, Unsalted
1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
1 whole White Onion, Chopped (about 2 Cups)
3 stalks Celery, Chopped
1 whole Anaheim Pepper, Seeded And Chopped
2 whole Poblano Peppers, Seeded And Chopped
3 Tablespoons Ground Cumin
3 Tablespoons Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon White Pepper
1/2 cups Tequila
2 quarts Chicken Stock
2 cans (14.5 Oz Cans) Diced Tomatoes, No Salt Added
2 Tablespoons Quick Cooking Tapioca (optional)

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1. BEANS: Pick through and rinse the beans. Place them in a large bowl and cover them by at least 2 inches of water. Let sit overnight to soak. The next day, drain the beans well, and place in a pot with the garlic. Cover with fresh water by at least 2 inches. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer about an hour or until beans are creamy and tender. Drain and keep in refrigerator until ready to make chili.
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2. CHICKEN: Cut chicken breasts into filets (see my fajita chicken recipe for method here). Place in a zip top bag. Combine salt, pepper, sugar, garlic, lime juice, water and oil in a small bowl with a whisk. Pour over chicken. Close bag and shake to coat. Put the bag in the refrigerator and let chicken marinate for 30 minutes, turning once. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill chicken over medium high heat for 3 minutes per side. When done, remove chicken from the grill and let rest on a plate until ready to make the chili. Cut into bite-size cubes. This step can also be done ahead.
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3. CHILI: Heat the butter and oil over medium high heat until butter melts and begins to sputter. Add onion, celery, and peppers. Cook until soft, about 10 minutes.
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4. Add cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and white pepper to vegetables. Cook another 3 to 5 minutes, or until spices darken. Add tequila and cook an additional 3 minutes to reduce.
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5. Add stock, tomatoes, beans, and chicken. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed. If you'd like a thicker chili, add a couple Tablespoons of quick cooking tapioca and cook an additional 10 minutes to thicken.
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*If you don't want to take the time to soak the beans, you could use a #10 can of Great Northern beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before adding to the chili.

1079

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

138

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE BEANS:, 1 pound Dry Great Northern Beans, 2 cloves Garlic, Smashed, FOR THE CHICKEN:, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tequila 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.

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Chicken Tequila Chili

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