Paleo Chili Chicken

Spice up your mealtime with this hearty and flavor-packed Paleo Chili Chicken! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe combines tender, bite-sized chicken pieces with a medley of vibrant veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, and onion, all simmered in a rich, spiced tomato broth. Infused with bold flavors from chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights and guilt-free indulgence. Ready in just about an hour, it’s easy to customize to your heat preference and serve as-is or alongside cauliflower rice for a complete paleo-friendly feast. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this comforting dish is sure to become a new family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 medium bell peppers (any color), diced
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the zucchini and garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 6

Return the chicken to the pot. Add the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve the Paleo Chili Chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2966.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2257.3

Total Fat 66.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 4512.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 45.1g
Protein 305.9g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 532.0mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 6409.4mg	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: 26.9%

Protein: 55.4%

Carbs: 17.6%