If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's also packed with flavor, look no further than this easy ground chicken chili recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, you can have a delicious, hearty chili on the table in under an hour. Whether you're a seasoned chili-maker or a beginner, this recipe will guide you through the process step-by-step, ensuring that you end up with a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
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EASY CHICKEN CHILI
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
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
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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.
EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up chicken into crumbles., Pour 1 can of beans in a small bowl; mash slightly. Stir mashed beans, remaining can of beans, chiles, seasonings and broth into chicken mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, 12-15 minutes. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW COOKER GROUND CHICKEN CHILI
After trying out many mediocre chili recipes over the years, I decided to create my own hearty chicken chili with a little kick to it in a slow cooker.
Provided by KatieO
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Chicken Chili Recipes
Time 4h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a medium-sized pan. Cook and stir ground chicken in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
- Combine chili powder, garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl; stir into chicken to coat.
- Transfer chicken to a slow cooker. Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes with chiles, black beans, onion, and chopped jalapeno. Pour chicken broth over mixture and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on High until chili has cooked down and thickened, about 4 hours, stirring corn kernels into mixture during last 30 minutes of cook time.
- Spoon chili into bowls and top each with sour cream, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and sliced jalapeno.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.5 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 17.1 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1620.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
GROUND CHICKEN CHILI
Make and share this Ground Chicken Chili recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Ken Lynch
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Fry pepper, onion and celery in olive oil until tender.
- Add ground chicken and garlic and cook until browned.
- Add kidney beans, sauce, chili powder and crushed pepper and cook until heated through.
EASY GROUND CHICKEN CHILLI
I needed an easy recipe for my ground chicken that wasn't hamburgers or meatballs. This one was easy, used staples I had in the pantry and tasted delicious!
Provided by JM_Foodie3000
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place water and ground meat in large pot. Boil until meat is no longer pink.
- Add garlic and herb seasoning and 1/2 of the wine. Continue to cook meat down until liquid is almost gone; approximately 10 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes and beans. Mix.
- Add the rest of the wine.
- Boil for 30 minutes, stirring every 5-10 minutes. Make sure there is some liquid bubbling in the pot so the contents doesn't burn. If there is not enough liquid, add some water.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.8, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 106.2, Sodium 390.6, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 27.1
EASY GROUND CHICKEN CHILI
Fast, flavorful and filled with fiber! Traditional chili takes a twist with ground chicken, white beans and green chilies.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In 4- or 5-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, cook ground chicken, onion and garlic over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring constantly, until chicken is no longer pink.
- Stir in all remaining ingredients, except cheese. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is tender.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 9 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
GROUND CHICKEN CHILI
After trying other white chili recipes, I created my own that full with ground chicken, beans, peppers, and savory herbs, hot-spicy yet sweet, and creamy for a change from tomato-based chili. My partner frequently takes my cooking to work for colleagues to sample, and they said this is not only some great chili with kick, it's one of the best non-standard chilis they've eaten! Thick and robust, great for dinner on a cool evening. Up the ante with tortilla chips or corn muffins as a side--with kernel corn and diced chiles added to the muffin batter.
Provided by Dean
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Chicken Chili Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Combine chicken and water in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir, breaking up the chicken finely, about 5 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, jalapenos, and garlic; continue to cook until vegetables are soft and liquid is nearly cooked off, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, salt, basil, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; reduce heat to medium. Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in pinto beans, great northern beans, corn, and sugar. Add cream cheese and sour cream; cook and stir until thoroughly blended. Stir in beer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 to 60 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 681.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
GRILLED CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN THIGHS
All the flavor without the fuss, these chicken thighs come together in a flash. Serve with Mexican-style street corn and beans.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Chicken Thighs
Time 2h17m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk cilantro, oil, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add thighs and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Cook thighs for 6 minutes. Flip and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve with lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 188.4 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 200.1 mg
TURKEY CHILI
Rather than browning the meat first, which doesn't do much for lean ground turkey and can actually make it tough, this recipe prioritizes cooking down the vegetables first. Onions and canned tomatoes fried in olive oil provide an umami-rich flavor base for turkey's blank canvas, and the adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers does a lot of this dish's heavy lifting. Optional toppings like shredded cheese and sour cream help cool down the spice. One of the best ways to enjoy this simple but powerful chili is over French fries with melted cheese, or tossed with some cooked spaghetti. It's so great on its own, as well.
Provided by Eric Kim
Categories dinner, easy, soups and stews, main course
Time 45m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until translucent and starting to brown at the edges, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Use a fork to fish the tomatoes out of the can and add them to the pot, leaving behind the juice for now. Season with salt and cook the tomatoes, breaking them up with the wooden spoon and stirring occasionally, until jammy and their liquid has reduced significantly, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the chili powder and cook until fragrant, just a few seconds. Add the ground turkey, season with salt and stir to combine, breaking up the meat with the spoon. (Don't worry about browning or cooking it through here, as it will do so when it simmers.) Stir in the reserved liquid from the tomato can.
- Use the fork to fish out as many chipotle peppers from the can as you would like, starting with two or three, and add to the pot, breaking them up with the wooden spoon, along with all of the adobo sauce. The more peppers you use, the spicier your final chili will be; if you like spice, just add the entire can. (Store any peppers you don't use in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week and in the freezer for up to 2 months.) Fill the empty chipotle can with cold tap water, swish it around and add to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring the chili to a simmer over medium-high heat - you should see occasional small bubbles breaking the surface of the mixture - then cover the pot and reduce the heat to continue simmering over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced and the tomatoes have broken down, about 20 minutes. The chili should look thick and shiny, but not too thick that you couldn't ladle it into a bowl. (If it's too watery, then simmer with the lid off for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.) Taste and add more salt if desired. Serve with cheese, sour cream and cilantro, if using.
Tips:
- Use lean ground chicken. This will help to keep the chili healthy and flavorful.
- Don't overcook the ground chicken. Overcooked chicken can be tough and dry, so cook it just until it is cooked through.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to the chili.
- Use a flavorful broth. This will help to create a delicious base for the chili.
- Season the chili to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Let the chili simmer for a while. This will help to develop the flavors.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include sour cream, cheese, avocado, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
Ground chicken chili is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious bowl of chili that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give ground chicken chili a try!
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