Skinny Green Chili Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and wholesome Skinny Green Chili Chicken recipe! Packed with tender, shredded chicken simmered in a zesty sauce of aromatic garlic, onion, and vibrant green chilies, this dish is a low-calorie sensation without compromising on taste. A blend of cumin, chili powder, and fresh lime juice gives it a Southwest-inspired kick that will keep you coming back for more. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe pairs perfectly with cauliflower rice, brown rice, or even as a taco filling for a guilt-free, customizable meal. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this high-protein, low-fat dish is both simple to make and irresistibly delicious—ideal for busy evenings or meal prepping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 2 4-ounce cans canned diced green chilies
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil.
Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.
Sear the chicken in the skillet for 4-5 minutes per side, until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the canned green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, and chili powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
Stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice. Taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve warm, over cauliflower rice, brown rice, or as a taco filling for a healthier meal option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2726 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 221.3 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2150 mg | 46% | |
*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.
