Best Ground Chicken And Lentil Chili Recipes

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CHICKEN AND LENTIL CHILI



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I like to make a simple, hearty slow-cooked recipe at least once a week. You can mix this up the night before and throw it into the crock on your way out the door. Use hotter tomatoes and chilies or salsa if you like more zing. -Laurie Stout-Letz, Bountiful, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5h20m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup (about 5 ounces) frozen corn
1 cup mild salsa
1 can (4 to 4-1/2 ounces) chopped green chiles
2/3 cup dried lentils, rinsed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Tortilla chips, shredded Mexican cheese and sliced olives, optional

Steps:

  • In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 16 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until chicken and lentils are tender, 5-6 hours. Remove chicken; cool slightly and chop. Return chicken to slow cooker; heat through. Serve over tortilla chips and top with cheese and olives, if desired.Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; if necessary, add a little water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 844mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Chili is one of our best cold-weather strategies. We use chicken and white beans for a twist on the regular bowl of red. It's soothing comfort food. -Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
Optional toppings: Reduced-fat sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh cilantro

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

HEALTHY LENTIL CHILI



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This hearty vegetarian chili is both nutritious and satisfying, thanks to the protein-packed navy beans and brown lentils. We added a generous dose of dried spices and other pantry staples to boost the flavor and make this dish accessible for any night of the week.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 red, orange or yellow bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
Two 14.5-ounce cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
One 15-ounce can navy beans or another small white bean (do not drain)
1 cup dried brown lentils
1 dried bay leaf
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Shredded reduced-fat Cheddar, plain yogurt, pickled jalapenos and crushed tortilla chips, for serving (all are optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of black pepper. Cook until vegetables are just tender and browned in spots, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, oregano and cumin, then continue to cook until fragrant and brick-red in color, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, beans (and their liquid), lentils, bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a couple grinds of black pepper. Bring to a steady simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Partially cover with a lid and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the chili has thickened slightly, 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaf and stir in the vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve with toppings as desired.

CHICKEN AND LENTILS



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This recipe is an unusual dish that all the family loves and is requested by all from the smallest to the adults. Don't let the 'lentil' ingredient scare you. It is absolutely delicious and very nutritious. It is the dish most often requested in our home. The recipe directions look complicated, but are very simple.

Provided by Lorraine Friberg

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 small carrot, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
¾ cup dried lentils
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the chicken pieces 5 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear. Remove chicken from skillet, and set aside.
  • Place onion in the skillet, and cook 5 minutes, until tender. Mix in the carrot and garlic. Stir in the lentils and broth, and season with salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Return chicken to skillet. Cover, and continue cooking 20 minutes. If the mixture becomes too dry, add a little water to just moisten.
  • Stir tomato sauce into the skillet. Season with rosemary and basil. Continue cooking 10 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Stir in lemon juice, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 68.1 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 816.5 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

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