Guilt-Free Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Guilt-Free Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground chicken; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons baking cocoa; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 cups hot cooked brown rice; Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese and/or sliced jalapeno peppers

Servings: persons

1 pound lean ground chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups hot cooked brown rice
Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese and/or sliced jalapeno peppers

1
In a Dutch oven, cook chicken, onion, red pepper and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up chicken into crumbles; drain.
2
Add beans, tomatoes, water, tomato paste, cocoa and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended.
3
Serve with rice and, if desired, toppings of your choice. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water or reduced-sodium broth if necessary. Serve with brown rice and toppings as directed.

1320

kcal

Calories

Fat

238

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.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound lean ground chicken, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Guilt-Free 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.

Guilt-Free Chicken Chili

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