quick pinto bean chicken chili
When the weather gets cool, soups are created in this household. Again, I used ingredients I had available, including refried beans substituted for the whole beans. The refried beans gave a good consistency to the chili so thickening wasn't necessary. In addition, I used the smoked paprika, which added a new something also. My husband enjoyed very much. When he's happy, I am too! Hope you enjoy, my friends! Janie
Blue Ribbon Recipe
This quick and easy chili recipe is packed with flavor from the fresh vegetables and the typical chili seasonings. We loved the "something different" smoked paprika adds to the chili. Rotel gives it a nice kick and will be the perfect dinner to warm the family on a cold night. Using deli chicken makes this chili a cinch to throw together for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds roasted chicken, chopped
- 1 can refried pinto beans, 16 oz.
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes, 10 oz.
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- - Shredded cheese
- - Tortilla chips
How To Make quick pinto bean chicken chili
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Step 1Saute onions, celery, and bell pepper in olive oil. -
Step 2Add the chicken and saute until the onions are translucent.
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Step 3Turn down the heat. Add smoked paprika and rest of the spices.
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Step 4Cover and simmer about 5-minutes to infuse the smoked paprika into the chicken.
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Step 5Add broth.
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Step 6Then add Rotel tomatoes and refried pinto beans. (For this recipe, I use ready-made beans, which I might have used for another meal).
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Step 7Stir the pot well so beans are mixed in. Cover and bring to a boil; then turn down to simmer for 30-40 minutes.
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Step 8Add shredded cheese just before serving with your favorite chips or crackers.
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