Description
Crack Chicken Chili is a cozy and indulgent dish that combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and creamy goodness for a meal that warms the soul. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this hearty chili is sure to impress with its rich flavors and inviting aroma. Easy to prepare, it’s a comforting favorite that will quickly become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop onions and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces; mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes); add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add chicken breasts to the pot, stirring to coat with vegetables.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the chicken; mix well.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add cream cheese in chunks; stir until melted.
- Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Shred chicken directly in the pot using two forks.
- Serve hot with garnishes of your choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg