Skinny Green Chili Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and wholesome Skinny Green Chili Chicken recipe! Packed with tender, shredded chicken simmered in a zesty sauce of aromatic garlic, onion, and vibrant green chilies, this dish is a low-calorie sensation without compromising on taste. A blend of cumin, chili powder, and fresh lime juice gives it a Southwest-inspired kick that will keep you coming back for more. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe pairs perfectly with cauliflower rice, brown rice, or even as a taco filling for a guilt-free, customizable meal. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this high-protein, low-fat dish is both simple to make and irresistibly delicious—ideal for busy evenings or meal prepping!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 medium onion
• 2 4-ounce cans canned diced green chilies
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Sear the chicken in the skillet for 4-5 minutes per side, until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the canned green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, and chili powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice. Taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve warm, over cauliflower rice, brown rice, or as a taco filling for a healthier meal option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1243.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1532.7

Total Fat 54.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2726.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.2g
Protein 221.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 162.2mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 2149.6mg	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: 33.4%

Protein: 59.9%

Carbs: 6.7%