Crock Pot Chicken Chili Recipe Healthy
Description
This Crock Pot Chicken Chili is a hearty and healthy meal that is perfect for a chilly night. This dish is loaded with juicy chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes and a blend of spices for a delicious meal that will warm you up from the inside out. The best part is that this easy to make chili is cooked in a slow cooker, so all you have to do is toss it in the slow cooker and let it simmer away. You'll come home to a delicious and comforting meal that will have your whole family asking for seconds.
Prep Time
This Crock Pot Chicken Chili takes about 10 minutes to prep. You'll need to dice the onion, mince the garlic and shred the chicken. You'll also need to open the cans of beans, corn, and tomatoes that you'll use in the chili.
Cook Time
This Crock Pot Chicken Chili cooks for 8-10 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high. You can also use a timer to make sure that the chili is cooked to perfection. There's nothing worse than overcooked chili, so be sure to check it about an hour before the end of the cooking time.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, shredded
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the shredded chicken and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
2. Transfer the chicken mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 6-quart slow cooker
Notes
This Crock Pot Chicken Chili is a great dish to make ahead and freeze for later. Simply prepare the chili and cool completely before transferring to an airtight container and freezing for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then heat in a pot on the stove until warmed through.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 246
- Protein: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fat: 13 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
Recipe Tips
- For a spicier chili, add more cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- For a creamier chili, stir in a can of cream-style corn in place of the regular corn.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and substitute with an extra can of beans.
- Top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and/or diced avocado.
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