Best 7 Cheaters Chicken Chili Recipes

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Chicken chili is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Cheaters chicken chili is a variation on the classic recipe that uses canned chicken, making it even easier to prepare. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, cheaters chicken chili is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 pound ground chicken
1 packet taco seasoning
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15.5-ounce jar medium tomato salsa
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sour cream, shredded cheese, thinly sliced scallions and pickled jalapenos, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until tender and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the chicken and cook, using a wooden spoon to break it up as it browns, about 5 minutes. Mix in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Cook for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salsa, beans, corn, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until reduced slightly and heated through, about 20 minutes. Serve with sour cream, cheese, scallions and jalapenos.

CHEATER'S CHICKEN CHILI



Cheater's Chicken Chili image

Quick and easy chicken chili for the whole family. Serve plain or over rice. Top with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, plain yogurt, and/or green onions. Could also be served over tortilla chips for a great nacho dish. Red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or chili seasoning mix can also be used to season.

Provided by Vicki

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
¼ cup water
1 pound rotisserie chicken, meat removed and diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add salsa and water to onion and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer; add chicken, black beans, and chili powder and return to a simmer. Cover saucepan and simmer chili until chicken is heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 836.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EASY CHEESY CHILI CHICKEN



Easy Cheesy Chili Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus a few whole leaves for garnish
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds)
1/4 cup julienned green bell pepper
2 tablespoons diced red onion
1 medium plum tomato, cored and diced (about 1/4 cup)
4 ounces shredded Colby-Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the oil, chopped cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, garlic, pepper, and cayenne in a bowl; add the chicken and toss to coat.
  • Transfer chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet and arrange the green pepper, onion, and tomato over each. Roast until the largest piece is just cooked through, and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 165 degrees F, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from oven and immediately top with the cheese and serve as the cheese melts. Transfer the chicken to a platter or among plates and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

CHEATER'S CHILI



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Make and share this Cheater's Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SweetySJD

Categories     Poultry

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon oil
1 1/4 lbs lean ground turkey
2 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, chopped, undrained (use clean kitchen shears to cut them up right in the can)
1 (15 ounce) can hot chili beans, undrained
3 teaspoons chili powder

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet. Crumble turkey and cook over medium-high heat until no longer pink.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.6, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 841.9, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 8.1, Protein 39.7

CHEATER'S CHICKEN CHILI



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Quick and easy chicken chili for the whole family. Serve plain or over rice. Top with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, plain yogurt, and/or green onions. Could also be served over tortilla chips for a great nacho dish. Red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or chili seasoning mix can also be used to season.

Provided by Vicki

Categories     Chicken Chili

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
¼ cup water
1 pound rotisserie chicken, meat removed and diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add salsa and water to onion and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer; add chicken, black beans, and chili powder and return to a simmer. Cover saucepan and simmer chili until chicken is heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 836.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CHEATER CHILE RELLENO



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Make and share this Cheater Chile Relleno recipe from Food.com.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     High In...

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (7 ounce) cans whole green chilies
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup monterey jack pepper cheese, grated
1 cup sour cream
3 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Coat a 9x9 pan with nonstick spray.
  • Combine the grated cheese together.
  • Split chiles open by sliding a knife down from the top to the bottom and remove seeds and veins.
  • Lay half of the chiles open in the bottom on the prepared pan.
  • Sprinkle half of the cheese on top of chiles.
  • Repeat.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and sour cream.
  • Pour over the cheese and chiles, carefully spreading to the edges.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until lightly brown at the edges and the center is set.
  • Remove from the oven and let set five minutes before serving.
  • Can top with salsa or enchilada sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.3, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 149.5, Sodium 288.7, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 5, Protein 14.6

CHEATER'S CHICKEN CHILI



Cheater's Chicken Chili image

Quick and easy chicken chili for the whole family. Serve plain or over rice. Top with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, plain yogurt, and/or green onions. Could also be served over tortilla chips for a great nacho dish. Red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or chili seasoning mix can also be used to season.

Provided by Vicki

Categories     Chicken Chili

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
¼ cup water
1 pound rotisserie chicken, meat removed and diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add salsa and water to onion and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer; add chicken, black beans, and chili powder and return to a simmer. Cover saucepan and simmer chili until chicken is heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 836.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Good options include kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and chickpeas.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Chili is all about the spices! Be generous with your chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic.
  • Add some heat: If you like your chili spicy, add a few chopped jalapeños or a teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
  • Let it simmer: The longer you simmer your chili, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer it for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is delicious on its own, but it's even better with a few toppings. Try sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Cheater's chicken chili is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a pot of chili that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give cheater's chicken chili a try!

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