Quick Chicken Chili
Warm up with a hearty bowl of Quick Chicken Chili, a flavorful and protein-packed meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes! This one-pot wonder starts with tender cubes of chicken, simmered alongside a blend of black beans, kidney beans, sweet corn, and fire-roasted tomatoes for a comforting medley of textures and tastes. Infused with smoky chili powder, cumin, and paprika, it delivers the perfect kick of spice, balanced beautifully by optional garnishes like creamy sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy chili recipe is a delicious and wholesome choice for satisfying cravings without the wait.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cubed chicken to the pot, cooking for 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, chicken broth, and frozen corn.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.3 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 5832 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.7 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.5 g | 212% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 217.7 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 948 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 5148 mg | 110% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
