Best 14 Chicken Chili I Recipes

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Chicken chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its smoky and savory flavors, chicken chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day or a casual get-together with friends and family. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a modern twist, there are countless variations of chicken chili to choose from. From simple and easy-to-follow recipes for beginners to more complex and adventurous dishes for experienced cooks, there's a chicken chili recipe out there for everyone.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CHILI I



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This is really great with chopped green onions and Monterey Jack cheese served on top.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 3h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cloves
5 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chile peppers
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

Steps:

  • Sort and wash beans. Place beans, broth, onion, garlic, black pepper, oregano, cumin, and ground cloves in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 hours.
  • Stir in chicken, chilies, water, salt, and jalapeno. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour; stirring often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 43.8 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 446 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHICKEN CHILI



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Get yourself through the week with Ina Garten's Chicken Chili recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; it's low in calories but high in flavor.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1/8 cup good olive oil, plus extra for chicken
1/8 cup minced garlic (2 cloves)
2 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
2 yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for chicken
2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled plum tomatoes in puree, undrained
1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves
4 split chicken breasts, bone in, skin on
Freshly ground black pepper
Chopped onions, corn chips, grated cheddar, sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 1 minute. Crush the tomatoes by hand or in batches in a food processor fitted with a steel blade (pulse 6 to 8 times). Add to the pot with the basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked. Let cool slightly. Separate the meat from the bones and skin and cut it into 3/4-inch chunks. Add to the chili and simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes. Serve with the toppings, or refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.

SHORTCUT CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 yellow or orange bell pepper, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated on the large holes of a box grater
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 26-ounce box chopped or crushed tomatoes (about 3 cups)
1 16-ounce can chili beans in sauce
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese and/or chopped scallions, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sweet potato, garlic, chili powder and cumin and cook until combined, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, chili beans with their sauce and 2 cups water. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the chili thickens slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the chicken until just heated through, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro; season with salt and pepper. Top with chips, cheese and/or scallions.

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.

CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces whole onion or 7 ounces chopped ready-cut onion (1 2/3 cups)
2 large cloves garlic
1 teaspoon canola oil
8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts
15 or 16-ounce can low-sodium white beans (Great Northern, white kidney)
1/2 jalapeno
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
14 ounce can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
1 ounce red onion to yield 2 tablespoons finely minced
10 sprigs cilantro to yield 1 tablespoon chopped
1 lime
1 cup frozen corn kernels
4 tablespoons nonfat yogurt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Chop whole onion.
  • Heat on high heat nonstick pan large enough to hold all ingredients.
  • Mince garlic.
  • Reduce heat to medium-high, and add oil; add onion and garlic, and saute until onion begins to brown.
  • Wash, dry and cube chicken.
  • Rinse and drain beans.
  • Add chicken to pan, and brown on both sides.
  • Wash, seed and mince jalapeno.
  • When chicken is brown, add jalapeno, coriander, cumin, crushed tomatoes and beans. Reduce heat, and simmer while preparing rest of dish.
  • Mince red onion; wash, dry and chop cilantro.
  • Squeeze half of lime into chili; stir in corn; season with pepper.
  • Continue cooking for about five minutes; then, serve with yogurt, lime wedges, chopped red onion and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 722, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 50 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 492 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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We have lots of visitors on our 10-acre farm, so I like to make down-home dishes. Whenever I serve this chili, I'm asked for the recipe, which I'm happy to share.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cans (16 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute onion in oil until tender. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 717mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHICKEN CHILI



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Cooking is one of my most enjoyable activities. This recipe came from trial and error, and now it's a family favorite. My husband loves taking the leftovers to work for lunch, and his co-workers always want him to share.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
4-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained
2/3 to 3/4 cup mild or medium picante sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado and sour cream

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil on medium. Saute onion, green pepper and garlic until tender. Add chicken, tomatoes, beans, picante sauce and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 20 minutes. Ladle into soup bowls. Top with cheese, avocado and sour cream if desired.

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EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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Easy, delicious, perfect for entertaining. Everyone I have served this easy chicken chili to has asked me for the recipe.

Provided by Jandeebee

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

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup diced yellow onion
2 stalks celery, diced
4 cups diced chicken
3 cups chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can navy beans, undrained
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chiles
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground thyme
1 tablespoon garlic and herb seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash®)
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Saute onion and celery in the hot oil until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add chicken and cook until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken broth, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, navy beans, chiles, chili powder, cumin, thyme, seasoning blend, and salt.
  • Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1605.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SUPER EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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All you have to know how to do is open some cans... This is so easy and so delicious. It will get you a second date for sure!

Provided by Megs

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

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (15.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1 roasted chicken, bones and skin removed, meat torn into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, great Northern beans, chopped chiles, and torn chicken. Season with cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Increase heat to medium-high to bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in sour cream and simmer for 5 minutes. To serve, ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 45.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 588.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CHICKEN CHILI



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From Ina Garten (the Barefoot Contessa). Serve with corn chips, chopped onions etc. Also a great way to use up leftover chicken.

Provided by Miraklegirl

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 cups chopped yellow onions (6 onions)
1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for chicken
1/4 cup minced garlic (8 cloves)
4 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
4 yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, to taste
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for chicken
4 (28 ounce) cans whole peeled plum tomatoes, in puree, undrained
1/2 cup minced fresh basil leaf
8 chicken breast halves, bone in, skin on
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt.
  • Cook for 1 minute.
  • Crush the tomatoes by hand or in batches in a food processor fitted with a steel blade (pulse 6 to 8 times).
  • Add to the pot with the basil.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  • Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked.
  • Let cool slightly.
  • Separate the meat from the bones and skin and cut into 3/4-inch chunks.
  • Add to the chili and simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes.
  • Serve with the toppings, or refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.1, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 640.9, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 13.3, Protein 15

CHICKEN THIGH CHILI



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The basis of this came from a chicken-chili soup on this site. I altered it enough (I didn't want a soup) that I couldn't rate the original and decided to share this recipe. Top with sour cream, sliced green onion, and shredded cheese.

Provided by jan

Categories     Chicken Chili

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 (15 ounce) cans petite diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
1 medium orange bell pepper, diced
½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste, or more as needed
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add diced tomatoes, all beans, corn, bell peppers, 3 ounces tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper; mix well. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally and adding more tomato paste as needed to thicken, until peppers have softened, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 841.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

SIMPLE CHILLI CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, egg, flour, green pepper, red pepper, rice, garlic cloves, red chilli, soy sauce, tomato puree, water

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup flour
1 green pepper, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
rice, to serve
3 cloves garlic cloves, crushed
1 red chilli, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons tomato puree
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Cut the chicken into thin strips then coat in the egg wash and flour.
  • Shallow fry for a few minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Add the peppers and fry for another couple of minutes. Remove the chicken and peppers and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the garlic, red chilli, soy sauce, tomato purée, and water. Stir and simmer the mixture reduces and is thick and syrupy.
  • Add back in the chicken and peppers and stir well in the sauce.
  • Serve with rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 2 grams

HEARTY CHICKEN CHILI



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A bowl of this comfort-food chicken chili for dinner will leave even the most dedicated meat eater satisfied. The recipe was featured on "Mad Hungry" TV.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 jalapeno chile, halved (seeded if desired)
1 white onion, peeled and halved
4 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup chili powder
Salt
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 3/4 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler, with rack 3 inches from heat source. Arrange tomatoes, jalapeno, onion, and garlic, cut side down, on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until starting to char, about 5 minutes. Pulse tomatoes and jalapeno in a blender or a food processor until chunky. Chop onion and mince garlic.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet (preferably enamel cast-iron) over medium-high heat. Add oil. Working in batches, brown chicken in a single layer, allowing to sear before stirring, 5 to 6 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and garlic to skillet. Cook until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Add chili powder and 2 teaspoons salt. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in chipotles, and add chicken. Raise heat to high. Add tomato-jalapeno mixture. Cook, scraping up browned bits, until fully incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in stock; simmer for 20 minutes. Add beans; simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with desired toppings.

BUFFALO CHICKEN CHILI



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This Buffalo chicken chili is rich in the best way. The cream cheese, blue cheese and tangy hot sauce join forces for a dinner recipe everyone will love. -Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (15-1/2 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
Optional toppings: Crumbled blue cheese, chopped celery and chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add chicken. Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. , Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker. Stir in cream cheese. Cover and cook on low until cheese is melted, about 30 minutes. Stir until blended. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 1586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans. This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Chili is a versatile dish that can handle a lot of different flavors. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
  • Add some sweetness to balance out the heat. This can be done with honey, brown sugar, or molasses.
  • Let your chili simmer for a long time. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
  • Serve your chili with your favorite toppings. Some good options include shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty weekend lunch. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a chili that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful meal, give chili a try!

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