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Savory One-Pot Chicken Chili

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A comforting and easy one-pot chicken chili recipe that combines tender chicken, smoky spices, and creamy beans for a hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast or thighs, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 jalapeño, minced (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Dice about 1 pound of chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop one medium yellow onion, one bell pepper, and mince 3 garlic cloves. If using jalapeño, mince that too.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Add onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  3. Add the diced chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken turns white on the outside but isn’t fully cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Stir frequently.
  4. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Stir well to coat the chicken and veggies in spices.
  5. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes with juice and 1.5 cups chicken broth. Add the drained and rinsed black beans. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a splash more broth if chili seems too thick.
  7. Stir in 4 ounces of softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
  8. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or chili powder as needed. Add extra jalapeño or hot sauce for more heat if desired.
  9. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime if available.

Notes

If chili tastes too tangy, add a small pinch of sugar to balance acidity. Let chili rest covered for 5 minutes off heat to enhance flavors. Use frozen bell peppers if fresh are unavailable. For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese with coconut cream. Avoid overcooking chicken to keep it tender.

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Keywords: chicken chili, one-pot meal, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, creamy chili, healthy chili

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