Chicken Chili With Black Beans Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this vibrant Chicken Chili! Adapted from a favorite magazine recipe and perfected with zesty toppings, this quick and easy chili is ready in just 30 minutes. Enjoy the hearty flavors of tender chicken, black beans, and a hint of beer, all topped with your favorite sour cream, cheddar cheese, crunchy onions, and black olives. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 333.7 kcal
Protein 48g
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Ingredients for Chicken Chili With Black Beans

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How to Make Chicken Chili With Black Beans

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink.
  2. Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained, 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (12-ounce) bottle of beer (such as Mexican lager), and 1 cup of chicken broth.
  4. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or longer for a deeper flavor (up to several hours). Stir occasionally.
  5. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Top with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped raw onions, and sliced black olives.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

6g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Chili With Black Beans?

Chicken Chili With Black Beans takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Chili With Black Beans?

Chicken Chili With Black Beans has approximately 333.7 calories per serving, with about 48 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Chili With Black Beans?

The key ingredients for Chicken Chili With Black Beans are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Red Pepper, Yellow Pepper, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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