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+ servings

chicken chili

A flavorful and hearty chicken chili perfect for any occasion.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 poblano pepper poblano pepper (seeds removed and diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans Great Northern beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 can diced Hatch green chilis (8 ounces in your heat preference)
  • 3 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup cream half-and-half or evaporated milk
  • additional salt and pepper to taste
  • optional toppings shredded cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream, hot sauce, chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and poblano pepper, cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and stir until mostly cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, and salt, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken broth, beans, corn, and green chilis. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the cream.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot with optional toppings.

Notes

A comforting and spicy chicken chili that's easy to make.