Description
Elevate your dinner routine with this High Protein Chicken Chili, a hearty dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a blend of spices to create a comforting, nutritious meal. Perfect for any time of year, this chili is rich in flavor and protein, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious individuals or anyone looking to satisfy their cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. When hot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the chopped chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in canned beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg