Best 5 Picante Chicken Chili Recipes

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Picante chicken chili is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day or a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of chicken, tomatoes, beans, and chili spices creates a hearty and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. It is also very versatile, and can be easily customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, chunky or smooth, there is a picante chicken chili recipe out there for you. So grab a bowl and spoon and get ready to enjoy this classic comfort food.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN PICANTE



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My husband used to claim this entree as his specialty until I made it and discovered how quick and easy it is. Our two sons love the juicy chicken while my husband and I enjoy the twist that brown sugar and mustard give the picante sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the picante sauce, brown sugar and mustard; pour over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30-35 minutes or a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1009mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

PICANTE CHICKEN



Picante Chicken image

Very quick and easy. A checker at the grocery store told me about this one. Serve on a hot bed of rice if desired.

Provided by Joyce

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup picante sauce

Steps:

  • Open jar of picante sauce and put into a large saucepan. Add chicken breasts to picante sauce and bring to a steady boil. Boil gently for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 1082.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

PICANTE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Who wouldn't love these enchiladas? They've got chicken, cheese, and picante sauce, all wrrapped up in a tortilla and baked until the cheese is melted and the filling is hot.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (26 ounce) jar Pace Picante Sauce
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups cooked chicken, cooked
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
6 flour tortillas
1 green onion, thinly sliced (about 2 Tbsp.)

Steps:

  • Stir 3/4 cup picante sauce, sour cream and chili powder in a medium bowl.
  • Stir the picante sauce, chicken and cheese in a large bowl,.
  • Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up the tortillas and place seam-side up in a lightly greased 11x8-inch shallow baking dish. Pour the remaining picante sauce over the filled tortillas. Cover the baking dish.
  • Bake at 350F for 40 minutes or until the enchiladas are hot and bubbling. Top with the onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.6, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 51.8, Sodium 1038.4, Carbohydrate 24.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.6, Protein 19.1

PICANTE CHILI



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This is my husband's recipe, the only chili we eat. It's so good!! Easy enough for dh to make, and just spicy enough to warm us up! This freezes well.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Deer

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs ground venison or 2 lbs ground beef
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (1 qt.)
4 (12 ounce) cans picante V8 vegetable juice
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Brown meat with onion and garlic in canola oil, leaving the meat in large pieces; drain fat.
  • Place all ingredients in a large saucepan; simmer uncovered 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.6, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 90.8, Sodium 1697.3, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 12.8, Protein 33.1

Tips:

  • Use a variety of peppers. This will give your chili a more complex flavor. Some good options include poblano peppers, Anaheim peppers, and serrano peppers.
  • Roast the peppers before adding them to the chili. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them easier to digest.
  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your chili the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. There are many different ways to make a delicious chili, so feel free to adjust the recipe to your own taste.
  • Let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will help to develop the flavors and make the chili more tender.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Picante chicken chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. By following these tips, you can make a delicious picante chicken chili that your whole family will enjoy.

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