Chili Chicken Stew Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful Chili Chicken Stew! Tender chicken simmered in a rich, spicy chili sauce, perfect for a cozy night in. Serve with fluffy cornbread and a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe is easy to follow and ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 312.2 kcal
Protein 71g
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Ingredients for Chili Chicken Stew

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes and 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans and 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
  • Picante Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt, to taste
  • Shredded cheese, for garnish
  • Sour cream, for garnish
  • Avocado, for garnish
  • Green Onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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How to Make Chili Chicken Stew

  1. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 large chopped onion, 1 chopped green bell pepper, and 2 minced cloves garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 cup chicken broth.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded.
  6. Before serving, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Serve hot in bowls, topped with your favorite garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

4g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chili Chicken Stew?

Chili Chicken Stew takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chili Chicken Stew?

Chili Chicken Stew has approximately 312.2 calories per serving, with about 71 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chili Chicken Stew?

The key ingredients for Chili Chicken Stew are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Onion, Green Pepper, Garlic Cloves, Vegetable Oil, Stewed Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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