Description
Indulge in this hearty High Protein Chicken Chili, a delicious meal that’s perfect for boosting your protein intake without compromising on flavor. This one-pot wonder is packed with lean chicken, nutritious beans, and vibrant vegetables, making it an ideal choice for meal prepping or serving at gatherings. With its rich blend of spices, each bite offers a satisfying warmth that will delight your taste buds all year round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic and bell peppers; cook for three more minutes.
- Add chicken pieces; cook until browned on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Lower the heat and let the chili simmer for 20-30 minutes until flavors meld.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg