Make-Ahead Smokey Chipotle Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Smokey Chipotle Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. (450 g) lean ground chicken; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (28 fl oz/786 mL) diced tomatoes, undrained King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 can (19 fl oz/540 mL) black beans, rinsed; 1 green pepper, chopped; 1/3 cup Bull's-Eye Blazin' Chipotle Barbecue Sauce; 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 3/4 cup Cracker Barrel Shredded Tex Mex Cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cook and stir first 3 ingredients in large skillet on high heat 5 min.
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or until chicken is done.
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Stir in tomatoes, beans, peppers, barbecue sauce and chili powder.
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Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 25 min., stirring occasionally.
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Cool completely.
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Spoon chili into freezer container; freeze up to 1 month.
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Thaw chili in refrigerator overnight.
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When ready to serve, bring to boil in saucepan, then simmer on medium-low heat 10 to 15 min.
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or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in cilantro just before serving.
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Top with cheese.

446

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. (450 g) lean ground chicken, 1 onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 can (28 fl oz/786 mL) diced tomatoes, undrained King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead Smokey Chipotle 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!

Make-Ahead Smokey Chipotle Chicken Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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