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Ground Chicken Chili: Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights

Cozy Up with Ground Chicken Chili: Easy Comfort Food Bliss

Ground Chicken Chili is an easy comfort food recipe perfect for cozy nights, blending lean chicken with vibrant vegetables and spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 lb ground chicken lean protein
  • 1 can kidney beans or black beans
  • 2 cups bell peppers chopped, any color
  • 1 can diced tomatoes fresh or canned
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Spices
  • 2 tbsp chili powder adjust for heat
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheese optional
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare all ingredients by chopping onions, bell peppers, and garlic, and measuring out spices.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and garlic for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add ground chicken to the pot, cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in bell peppers, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and spices, cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve in bowls, topped with garnishes like avocado, cheese, or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with extra veggies or different types of beans for variety. Cool before freezing for storage.

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