Description
This Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili is a comforting blend of smoky jalapeños, tender chicken, and creamy goodness that brings warmth to your dinner table. Perfect for game day gatherings or cozy weeknights, this dish combines vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium fresh jalapeños, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown on each side (about 5-6 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add diced jalapeños and cook for another minute.
- Return chicken to the pot; add diced tomatoes, black beans, cream cheese, broth, cumin, chili powder, and stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot topped with shredded cheddar cheese and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg