Zesty Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Zesty Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 onions, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped; 1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing; 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks; 8 fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 Tbsp. flour; 2 cans (15.5 oz. each) white beans, rinsed; 1 can (14 oz.) chicken broth; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp. each ground cumin and dried oregano leaves; 3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream

Servings: persons

3 onions, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
8 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 Tbsp. flour
2 cans (15.5 oz. each) white beans, rinsed
1 can (14 oz.) chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. each ground cumin and dried oregano leaves
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream

1
Cook and stir onions and peppers in dressing in large saucepan on medium-high heat 3 to 5 min.
2
or until crisp-tender.
3
Add chicken and mushrooms; cook and stir 3 to 5 min.
4
or until chicken is lightly browned.
5
Stir in flour; cook and stir 1 min.
6
Add beans, broth and seasonings; stir.
7
Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 10 to 15 min.
8
or until chicken is done.
9
Remove and discard bay leaf.
10
Serve topped with sour cream.

819

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 onions, chopped, 1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped, 1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks, and more.

Yes, Zesty 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!

Zesty Chicken Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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