Light And Easy Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Light And Easy Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 lb ground chicken; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 (8 ounce) jar pineapple salsa; 1 (16 ounce) can black beans; 1 (16 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained; 1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, drained; 1 (28 ounce) can diced stewed tomatoes (, undrained); 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 lb ground chicken
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) jar pineapple salsa
1 (16 ounce) can black beans
1 (16 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (28 ounce) can diced stewed tomatoes (, undrained)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

1
Heat olive oil in large saucepan with medium heat.
2
Add onion, garlic,and bell peppers.
3
Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add chicken, chili powder, cumin, salt, and sugar.
5
Cook another 5-8 minutes, stirring to break up chicken.
6
Add tomatoes, pineapple salsa, and beans.
7
Bring to a boil.
8
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
This can be served immediately, or if you want to make is ahead of time, it can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

339

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 lb ground chicken, and more.

Yes, Light And Easy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Light And Easy Chicken Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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