Description
High Protein Chicken Chili Yummy is a comforting and nourishing dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices. Packed with protein and fiber, this chili not only satisfies your taste buds but also fuels your body. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Serve it on its own or with toppings like cilantro for an extra burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Stir in bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and add the rinsed kidney beans. Mix well.
- Sprinkle chili powder and cumin; stir to combine. Let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Adjust consistency with water or broth if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve in bowls topped with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg