Mexican Chilli Chicken is a delectable and flavorsome dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect blend of Mexican spices and succulent chicken. This mouthwatering dish is a harmonious fusion of bold flavors and textures, making it a popular choice for those seeking a flavorful and satisfying meal. Whether you prefer the classic version with its rich and smoky sauce, or a spicier rendition that packs a fiery punch, this recipe guide will equip you with all the necessary information to create an unforgettable Mexican Chilli Chicken extravaganza.
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MEXICAN CHICKEN SKILLET WITH CORN SALSA (EASY ONE POT MEAL)
This Mexican chicken skillet with Corn Salsa is an easy one pot meal. It is the perfect simple chicken breast recipe that's gluten-free and high protein, and perfect for Summer or any time of year.
Provided by Abbey Sharp
Categories Main Course
Time 42m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Season chicken with chili, cumin, lime zest, salt, and pepper.
- Add the olive oil to a 10" cast-iron skillet and heat to medium high. Brown both sides for about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove from the pan and add in another tablespoon of oil. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then add the corn, garlic, lime zest, chili, cumin cayenne and a pitch each of salt and pepper. Saute for 2 minutes, then nestle the chicken breasts back into the corn.
- Transfer to the oven and cook for 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 Remove from the oven and sprinkle with diced tomatoes, cojita cheese, and cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Sodium 234 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEXICAN CHICKEN CHILI
Corn and black beans give this satisfying chili Mexican flair the whole family will love. Adjust the cayenne if you have small children or are looking for a little less zip. -Stephanie Rabbitt-Schappacher, West Chester, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5h30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low until chicken is no longer pink, 5-6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
MEXICAN CHILLI CHICKEN
A great spicy supper that can be made in advance
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the onion until softened. Stir in the spices and cook for a few secs. Pour in the tomatoes and 2 cans of water, then crumble in the stock cube. Bring to the boil and add the chorizo and chicken thighs. Push the chicken under the liquid, cover and simmer for 20 mins.
- Stir the peppers into the pan, then cook for 20 mins more. Tip in the cannellini beans.
- To eat now: Warm through to heat the beans. Toss the avocado with the lime and some salt and serve on top of the casserole with a sprinkling of coriander. Top each portion with soured cream. Serve with rice, jacket potatoes or a handful of spicy tortilla chips.
- To eat later: Cool and keep in the fridge for up to 48 hours. Warm on top of the stove until bubbling and serve as above.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 58 grams protein, Sodium 3.53 milligram of sodium
SIMPLE CHILLI CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
SLOW-COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN CHILI
10 minutes is all you need to get spicy chicken chili simmering in your slow cooker!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 7h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix all ingredients except sour cream and cilantro.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
- Stir mixture to break up chicken. Top each serving with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 13 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
MEXICAN CHICKEN CHILI SOUP
This is Top Secret Recipes version of The Soup Nazi's Mexican Chicken Chili. The secret to this soup seems to be the long simmering time. If you like, you can substitute turkey breast for the chicken to make turkey chili.
Provided by dale7793
Categories Chicken
Time 5h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Sauté the chicken breasts in the olive oil in a large pot over medium/high heat.
- Cook the chicken on both side until done-- about 7-10 minutes per side.
- Cool the chicken until it can be handled.
- Do not rinse the pot.
- Shred the chicken by hand into bite-sizes pieces and place the pieces back into the pot.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the pot and turn heat to high.
- Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 hours.
- Stir mixture often so that many of the chicken pieces shred into much smaller bits.
- Chili should reduce substantially to thicken and darken (less orange, more brown) when done.
- Combine some chopped Italian parsley with sour cream and serve it on the side for topping the chili, if desired.
MEXICAN 'WHITE' CHICKEN CHILI
I found this recipe on another recipe site and added my own twist to it. It came out pretty tasty! Let me know how it comes out.
Provided by flume027
Categories Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Slowly cook and stir the onion until tender.
- Mix in the garlic, green chili peppers, oregano, cumin, and cayenne.
- Continue to cook and stir the mixture until tender, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in the chicken broth, chicken, beans, corn, and tomatoes.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat and let simmer 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese on each serving and enjoy!
MEXICAN CHILI
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, cayenne and chile paste and stir until the beef is coated with the seasonings. Add the tomatoes with their juices, beans, enchilada sauce and chocolate and stir. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
- Garnish the chili with your desired toppings and serve.
MEXICAN SHREDDED CHICKEN
This is a simple shredded chicken recipe. There's no need for taco seasoning packets, just make this recipe and you'll have yummy seasoned chicken ready for all of your Mexican/Tex-Mex recipes!
Provided by IceCreamCaker
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 6h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts into the bottom of a slow cooker. Add enough water to just cover. Add onion, salsa, garlic, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper; stir.
- Cook until chicken breasts are no longer pink in the centers, on High for 6 hours or Low for 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove chicken to a plate and shred with 2 forks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 2936.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and tomatillos.
- If you don't have fresh chiles on hand, you can use dried chiles. Just soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using.
- To make the chicken even more flavorful, marinate it in a mixture of lime juice, olive oil, and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you like your chili with a bit of a kick, add a few serrano or habanero chiles to the pot.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, and diced onions.
Conclusion
Mexican chili chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give Mexican chili chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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