Name: Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion (chopped); 5 cloves garlic (about 1 tablespoon minced); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1 & 1/2 teaspoons oregano; 1 (1-ounce) package of Ranch seasoning (dry); 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel (or a can of diced tomatoes); 1 (7-ounce) can diced green chilies (fire roasted recommended); 1 (14-ounce) can white beans (navy beans or cannellini, drained); 1 (14-ounce) can pinto beans (drained); 2 & 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 12 ounces); 3 cups water; 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese (softened; low-fat cream cheese is fine); 1 & 1/2 cups frozen corn (or canned corn is fine); toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, limes, avocado, jalapeno, green onion, and tortilla chips

Description

This delicious chicken chili is packed with flavors and perfect for a cozy meal!

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion (chopped)
5 cloves garlic (about 1 tablespoon minced)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 & 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 & 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 (1-ounce) package of Ranch seasoning (dry)
1 (10-ounce) can Rotel (or a can of diced tomatoes)
1 (7-ounce) can diced green chilies (fire roasted recommended)
1 (14-ounce) can white beans (navy beans or cannellini, drained)
1 (14-ounce) can pinto beans (drained)
2 & 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (about 12 ounces)
3 cups water
1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese (softened; low-fat cream cheese is fine)
1 & 1/2 cups frozen corn (or canned corn is fine)
toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, limes, avocado, jalapeno, green onion, and tortilla chips

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Instructions

Prep all ingredients: chop onion, mince garlic, and measure spices.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; sauté onions until translucent (3–5 minutes).
Add minced garlic and spices; sauté for another 2 minutes.
Stir in Rotel and green chilies; mix well.
Add drained white beans and pinto beans, followed by the shredded chicken.
Pour in water and stir in bouillon; bring to a boil.
Add cream cheese in cubes; simmer for at least 5 minutes.
Stir in corn before serving hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

This chili can be adjusted with different toppings according to your preference.
For extra creaminess, ensure the cream cheese is fully melted into the chili.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 70mg