Light and Easy Chicken Chili

Warm up your weeknight dinners with this Light and Easy Chicken Chili, a healthy and flavor-packed meal that comes together in just 45 minutes. Made with tender shredded chicken, hearty white beans, and a fragrant blend of spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this recipe is a lighter twist on traditional chili without skimping on taste. The addition of green chilies and a squeeze of fresh lime juice brings a bright, zesty kick to every bite, while canned diced tomatoes and low-sodium chicken broth keep it simple and wholesome. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy schedules, offering minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s a vibrant, satisfying dish that’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 15 ounces white beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 ounces green chilies (canned, diced)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the diced tomatoes (including their juices), chicken broth, white beans, and green chilies. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the pot, submerging them in the liquid. Cover the pot and let the chili simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 8

Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as needed. If desired, simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes for thicker consistency.

Step 9

Serve the chicken chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2098.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1489.5

Total Fat 35.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 4100.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 175.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 425.0mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 3751.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.1%

Protein: 47.0%

Carbs: 31.9%