GUILT-FREE CHICKEN CHILI

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This chili is a keeper. Make it on Sunday and you get lunch for the rest of the week, too. -Amy Chalmers, Poughkeepsie, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups hot cooked brown rice
Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese and/or sliced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook chicken, onion, red pepper and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up chicken into crumbles; drain., Add beans, tomatoes, water, tomato paste, cocoa and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended., Serve with rice and, if desired, toppings of your choice. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water or reduced-sodium broth if necessary. Serve with brown rice and toppings as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

PURPLE QUEEN
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This chili is a waste of time and ingredients. Don't bother making it.


littles
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This chili is not worth the effort. It's bland and flavorless.


Kehkashan Shehzad
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This chili is too spicy for me. I had to tone it down by adding some sour cream.


Mala Nundoo
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This chili is a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices to make it more flavorful.


Yves Laurent
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe is really good. It's flavorful and not too spicy.


Fatma Njoya
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This chili is delicious and healthy. It's a great meal for a busy weeknight.


Hamid Mahdi
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This chili is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tichaona Dekwe
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I love this chili! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Jawhar Hakim
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This chili is delicious! It's the perfect blend of spices and flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Lydiah Abudi
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I'm a big fan of chili, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's flavorful, hearty, and guilt-free. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients like chicken, black beans, and corn.


Jose Amilcar
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the corn and black beans in this chili.


Cindy Boutiette
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious chili recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of corn and black beans.


jackei Yt
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This chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold night. It's warm, filling, and packed with flavor. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients, so I can feel good about eating it.


Alexandra Nagy
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I made this chili for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even the people who are usually not big fans of chili. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the broth was flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this agai


Winter Deleon
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This chili is a winner! It's flavorful, hearty, and guilt-free. I love that it's packed with healthy ingredients like chicken, black beans, and corn. It's also super easy to make, which is a huge plus for me on busy weeknights.