Smoky chicken chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of smoky and spicy flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
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SMOKY SHREDDED CHICKEN CHILI
The chipotle peppers give this slow cooker shredded chicken chili a subtle smoky flavor. Top with shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream, oyster crackers, or Fritos® chips.
Provided by Angela Miller
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Chicken Chili Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 of the onion and 1/2 of the garlic; cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, and coriander; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in remaining onion and garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili beans, chipotle peppers, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until reduced and thickened, 1 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1414 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
CHICKEN PENNE IN SMOKY CHILI CREAM SAUCE
To reduce calories, fat and sodium, you can opt for a light Alfredo sauce. For a spicier dish, increase the amount of chipotle chiles. Recipe is from Family Circle. I like to use "Recipe#111347" for the prepared alfredo sauce.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook penne following package directions; drain.
- While penne is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 4 minutes or until cooked through.
- Remove to a plate and reserve.
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add onion to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Stir in the Alfredo sauce, chipotle, chili powder, maple syrup and salt.
- Cook over medium-high heat until bubbly.
- Stir in the chicken.
- Place the pasta back into the pot and stir in the Alfredo and chicken mixture.
- Spoon pasta onto a large serving platter and garnish with the bacon and cilantro.
SMOKY CHICKEN CHILI
Smoky Chicken Chili. No smoker required!! Pulled chicken chili w beans, tomatoes, peppers, garlic, onions & stock. Perfect winter soup!
Provided by Holly Sander
Categories Bean Soups
Time 2h50m
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- 1. For the smoked chicken: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Use a roasting pan that has a rack and a lid. Mix chicken stock, liquid smoke and 2 teaspoons smoked salt in the bottom of the pan. 2. Place the rack in the pan, then put the prepped chicken on top of it. Season the chicken with more smoked salt and pepper, close the lid turn the oven down to 325 and cooked for 2 hours. 3. Allow the chicken to cool for about 20 minutes, then pull into one-inch chunks using two forks or by hand. Set aside.
- 2. For the chili: 1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a soup pot on medium heat. Add the onions, poblano peppers, red peppers, jalapeño peppers, and season with 1 teaspoon of the smoked salt. Sauté for 6 minutes. Mix in the garlic and sauté for 1 more mine. Add in all the spices along with the other teaspoon of smoked salt, and let cook for another minute. 2. Mix in the cilantro, beans, tomatoes, and stock then bring up to a boil. 3. Turn down to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. 4. Gently fold in the pulled smoked chicken and simmer without stirring for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit 10 minutes. Serve warm with chopped cilantro, diced green onions, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese and sour cream.
Tips:
- Use a variety of chili peppers to create a complex flavor. For a mild chili, use Anaheim or Poblano peppers. For a medium chili, use Guajillo or Ancho peppers. For a hot chili, use Cayenne or Habanero peppers.
- Toast the chili peppers before grinding them to enhance their flavor.
- Use a combination of ground chicken and dark meat chicken for a richer flavor.
- Brown the chicken in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
- Add a variety of vegetables to the chili for added nutrition and flavor. Good choices include onions, garlic, bell peppers, carrots, and corn.
- Use a good quality chicken broth for the base of the chili. If you don't have chicken broth, you can use water and add a chicken bouillon cube.
- Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the chili to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
Smoky Chicken Chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its smoky flavor and hearty ingredients, this chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give Smoky Chicken Chili a try. You won't be disappointed!
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