Best Quick And Easy Chicken Chili Recipes

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CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 pound ground chicken
1 packet taco seasoning
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15.5-ounce jar medium tomato salsa
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sour cream, shredded cheese, thinly sliced scallions and pickled jalapenos, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until tender and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the chicken and cook, using a wooden spoon to break it up as it browns, about 5 minutes. Mix in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Cook for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salsa, beans, corn, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until reduced slightly and heated through, about 20 minutes. Serve with sour cream, cheese, scallions and jalapenos.

EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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We have lots of visitors on our 10-acre farm, so I like to make down-home dishes. Whenever I serve this chili, I'm asked for the recipe, which I'm happy to share.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cans (16 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute onion in oil until tender. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 717mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

SUPER EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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All you have to know how to do is open some cans... This is so easy and so delicious. It will get you a second date for sure!

Provided by Megs

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (15.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1 roasted chicken, bones and skin removed, meat torn into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, great Northern beans, chopped chiles, and torn chicken. Season with cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Increase heat to medium-high to bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in sour cream and simmer for 5 minutes. To serve, ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 45.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 588.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

FAST WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (1 1/2 to 2 pounds total)
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons masa harina
Two 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
Two 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles, drained
One 10-ounce bag frozen corn
2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 avocado, diced
4 to 6 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Mix the coriander, cumin, oregano, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Add olive oil to a pressure cooker set to saute and add the chicken. Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken and toss. Cook until the chicken has started to sear on the outside, then add the broth.
  • Place the lid on the pressure cooker, set the valve to sealing, and cook on manual for 6 minutes. Release the steam using the quick-release cycle. Remove the chicken to a board and shred with two forks.
  • Put the heavy cream and masa harina in a small bowl and mix until smooth with a whisk or fork.
  • Switch the pressure cooker to saute and return the chicken to the pressure cooker along with the masa and heavy cream mixture, cannellini beans, green chiles and corn. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until the chili has thickened and the corn is warmed through, about 10 minutes.
  • Ladle the chili into 6 bowls. Top with cheese and avocado. Serve with lime wedges.

QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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This quick chili recipe is great in the summertime or winter. It's also great for potlucks and family gatherings. It tastes great with a spoonful of sour cream.

Provided by McKaydensMomma08

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15.5 ounce) can corn
1 (15.5 ounce) can white hominy
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans
2 (15.5 ounce) cans kidney beans
1 (12 ounce) jar salsa
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 cup water
1 pound shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Stir together the corn, hominy, pinto beans, and kidney beans in a large saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Stir in the salsa, chili powder, cumin, and water; return to a boil. Cook another 15 minutes. Stir in the chicken to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 12.7 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 919.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

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

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This is a recipe given to me by a good friend and co-worker. It has a wonderful flavor that I think anyone can appreciate, especially for a quick fix on a cold winter day! Serve with jasmine rice as side with chili or fresh French or Italian bread.

Provided by EPHESIS

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 ¼ cups chicken broth
3 (15 ounce) cans cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 pinches cayenne pepper, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, or to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook chicken, onion, and garlic in hot oil until the chicken is browned completely, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board, cut into 1-inch pieces, and return to the Dutch oven; add chicken broth, cannellini, green chilies, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Divide cilantro among 4 bowls. Ladle chili over cilantro and top with cheese. Season with salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 14.2 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 2725.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

QUICK CHICKEN CHILI



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This chicken chili has few ingredients with lots of flavor. If you are looking for something quick and healthy, this is the recipe to use. This is wonderful over white or brown rice. Top with reduced-fat cheese and/or sour cream--I do both!

Provided by Abbie Jensen Whitton

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, divided
2 cups chicken stock
12 ounces cubed cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Combine onion and celery in a pot over medium heat. Cook about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until vegetables are tender, about 2 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Add green chiles, then chili powder and 1 can cannellini beans. Cook until flavors marry, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pour remaining can of beans into a bowl and mash to a paste consistency. Add mashed beans to the onion and bean mixture. Add chicken stock and cooked chicken. Reduce heat and simmer about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1243.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

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