Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 5 jalapeno peppers diced, seeds removed (leave some seeds for extra heat); 3 cloves garlic, minced; salt and fresh ground black pepper; 1 + 1/4 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 teaspoons chile powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon oregano; pinch of crushed red pepper; 1 (10 oz) can dice tomatoes with green chiles; 1 + 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 (14 oz) can cannelloni or navy beans, drained; 1 (14 oz) can corn, drained; 8 ounces cream cheese; 1 pound bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled, divided

Servings: persons

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, diced
5 jalapeno peppers diced, seeds removed (leave some seeds for extra heat)
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and fresh ground black pepper
1 + 1/4 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 teaspoons chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
pinch of crushed red pepper
1 (10 oz) can dice tomatoes with green chiles
1 + 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 (14 oz) can cannelloni or navy beans, drained
1 (14 oz) can corn, drained
8 ounces cream cheese
1 pound bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled, divided

1
In a large saucepan (deep enough for soup) heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium heat and saute onion, jalepeno, and garlic until tender.
2
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the saucepan adding another tablespoon of olive oil as well. Add cumin, chili powder, oregano, and crushed red pepper. Toss chicken and seasonings together and lightly brown chicken on all sides.
3
Stir in can of diced tomatoes, chicken broth, corn, and cannelloni beans and increase heat to bring to a simmer. Let simmer for 30 minutes.
4
Stir in cream cheese and stir until completely melted. Stir in 1/2 of the crumbled bacon. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper as needed. **Add more chicken broth if too thick.
5
Serve and garnish with cheddar cheese and the rest of the crumbled bacon.

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* 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.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, diced, 5 jalapeno peppers diced, seeds removed (leave some seeds for extra heat), 3 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Jalapeno Popper 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.

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Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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