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easy chicken chili

(3 ratings)
Recipe by
Lillian Russo
Long Island, NY

So easy and flavorful because of the six simple spices. This is a mild chili. Add more cayenne pepper if you like it spicy. This is a family favorite!

(3 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 55 Min

Ingredients For easy chicken chili

  • 1 1/2 lb
    chicken cutlets-cut into small pieces
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 lg
    onion-chopped
  • 8 oz
    pkg. sharp cheddar cheese-shredded
  • 1-14oz. can
    low sodium chicken broth
  • 1-4oz. can
    green chilies-chopped
  • 1-19oz. can
    cannellini beans-undrained
  • 1 box
    yellow rice-prepared according to pkg.
  • ~~~spice blend~~~
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    cilantro, dried
  • 1/8 tsp
    cayenne pepper

How To Make easy chicken chili

  • 1
    Heat oil in very large saucepan over med.-high heat.
  • 2
    Add chicken and onions - cook for 5-10 min.
  • 3
    Stir in all dry spices - cook for 2 min.
  • 4
    Stir in broth and green chilies - simmer for 30 min.
  • 5
    Stir in beans - simmer for 10 min.
  • 6
    Mix in cheddar cheese and prepared yellow rice.
  • 7
    Serve warm.

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