Chicken Chili Recipes (2024)

Chicken Green Chili with White Beans

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Take a break from traditional tomato-based beef chili and enjoy a hearty bowl of white chili with chicken and white beans.

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Quick Green Chicken Chili

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Quick Green Chicken Chili Recipe

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Chicken Chili

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Chicken Chili Recipe

Packed with seasonal vegetables, spices, and shredded rotisserie chicken, this is a fresher alternative to a traditional beef chili.

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Fast Chicken Chili with Butternut Squash

Fast Chicken Chili with Butternut Squash

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Fast Chicken Chili with Butternut Squash Recipe

Rotisserie chicken helps make this hearty chili superspeedy without sacrificing rich, deep, and complex flavor.

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Mexican Chili Verde Chicken Casserole

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Mexican Chili Verde Chicken Casserole Recipe

This casserole is a favorite in our test kitchen and it's easy to see why. It's delicious, family friendly and easy to prep. You might want to double this recipe—you're going to want leftovers.

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White Chili with Avocado Cream

White Chili with Avocado Cream

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White Chili with Avocado Cream Recipe

Try thisrecipe for a flavorful and satisfying white chickenchili.

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Mexican Chicken Stew

Mexican Chicken Stew Recipe

Ground guajillo chile powder found in Mexican markets is quite different from regular chili powder.This spicy chicken soup recipe is made simple with the pressure cooking power of your Instant Pot.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

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Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Recipe

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Tex-Mex Chicken Chili with Lime

Tex-Mex Chicken Chili with Lime

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Tex-Mex Chicken Chili with Lime Recipe

Store-bought rotisserie chicken shortcuts the cook time for this Tex-Mex chili, while white ale adds spice, body, and flavor.

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White Chili

White Chili

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White Chili Recipe

This white chili recipe uses hot pepper sauce made from jalapeños; it's milder than the red hot pepper varieties. If you’re cutting down on calories and fat, this chili is a great choice with only 198 calories and 4.1 grams of fat per serving.

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Green Chili with Chicken

Green Chili with Chicken

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Green Chili with Chicken Recipe

This cozy chili is made in a slow-cooker, so all you have to do is roast the tomatillos and add everything to the pot. If it's Halloween, top bowls of steaming chili with adorable tortilla ghosts.

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Fast Chicken Chili

Fast Chicken Chili

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Fast Chicken Chili Recipe

This quickie chili comes together in a flash, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Green chiles, cumin, cilantro, and lime add a touch of Mexican flavor.

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Chicken-and-Three-Bean Chili Verde

Chicken-and-Three-Bean Chili Verde

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Chicken-and-Three-Bean Chili Verde Recipe

This 5-star recipe is a great choice for families and tailgaters alike! Tomatillos are the secret ingredient here, infusing this chili with sweet flavor and giving it great texture.

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Pumpkin Chili with Chicken

Pumpkin Chili with Chicken

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Pumpkin Chili with Chicken Recipe

Serve this chili in October when pumpkin abounds. Loaded with chicken, two kinds of kidney beans, and spices, a bowl of this chili would be the perfect supper before trick-or-treating on Halloween night.

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White Lightning Chicken Chili

Avocado-Mango Salsa

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White Lightning Chicken Chili Recipe

White Lightning Chicken Chili gets its name because it only takes 30 minutes from start to finish to get this one-dish meal to the table. Serve it with cornbread.

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Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili

Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili

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Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili Recipe

Throw this into the slow cooker in the morning before you head off to work, and dinner will be ready when you get home.

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Smoky Chicken Chili

Smoky Chicken Chili

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Smoky Chicken Chili Recipe

Pick up smoked chicken from your favorite barbecue restaurant to make this dish, or use rotisserie chicken from your local supermarket.

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(Low-Fat) Chicken Chili

(Low-Fat) Chicken Chili

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(Low-Fat) Chicken Chili Recipe

Using ground chicken instead of ground beef helps reduce the fat in this tasty chili. Top with reduced-fat cheese and serve with baked tortilla chips to keep the total calories in check.

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Chicken Chili with Pesto

Chicken Chili with Pesto

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Chicken Chili with Pesto Recipe

Perk up the flavor of your white chili with a dollop of pesto.

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White Bean and Chicken Chili

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White Bean and Chicken Chili Recipe

Canned beans and a slow cooker make this mild-flavored chili an easy option for dinner.

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Chicken and Roasted Poblano Chili

Chicken and Roasted Poblano Chili

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Chicken and Roasted Poblano Chili Recipe

Poblano chile peppers, cilantro, avocado slices and fresh lime wedges give this chili its distinctive Southwestern flavor.

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White Bean Chili

White Bean Chili

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White Bean Chili Recipe

Offer a chili buffet the next you have folks over for dinner and serve a white chili alongside the more traditional beef chili. Let your guests select from a variety of toppings like shredded cheese, onions, crumbled tortilla chips, sour cream and cilantro.

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Chicken Green Chili with White Beans

Chicken Green Chili with White Beans

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Chicken Green Chili with White Beans Recipe

Roasted Anaheim chile peppers give this chili its flavor, and a can of cannellini beans keeps the preparation easy.

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FAQs

Which beans go in chili? ›

The best beans for chili are pinto, kidney, and black beans, like in this easy and tasty recipe. This 3-bean chili freezes great for meals later in the week. If you prefer thinner chili, add an extra can of tomato sauce. The green chiles are not hot and add a wonderful flavor, so don't be afraid to use them.

What is chilli chicken made of? ›

Boneless chicken pieces are marinated in soya sauce, chili sauce and black pepper. Later coated with cornstarch, flour and egg white, before frying to yield crispy chicken bites. Onions, bell peppers, garlic, chilli sauce, soya sauce and vinegar come together to form a delicious finger-licking good sauce.

Can you add sour cream to chili while cooking? ›

To do it, scoop a few generous spoonfuls of sour cream into a heat-safe bowl and slowly add in spoonfuls of your hot chili broth, stirring to combine. This will gradually bring the sour cream up to temperature. From there, you can transfer the warmed-up sour cream into your pot of chili, curdle-free.

What liquid to add to chili? ›

Chili cooks low and slow, so you need enough liquid to tenderize the meat and keep everything from drying out. That liquid should also add flavor to the chili, so use chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, or beer.

Should chili be thick or soupy? ›

There are indeed chili soups, but that is not the same as CHILI. You can easily find photos of “chili cook-off” winning chilis. You won't find much agreement on what ingredients go into a chili or how spicy it should be but uniformly, they are thick, and never soupy.

Are pinto beans the same as chili beans? ›

Editor: Chili beans are something you'll find in the canned good aisle at your grocery store. I believe they are usually pinto beans in a mild chili-spiked sauce. If you can't find chili beans, you can likely just substitute pinto beans.

Which onion is best for chili? ›

Sweet onions are great for caramelizing due to their higher sugar content. You can cook them into your chili, serve them raw over top, or even elevate your chili with a sophisticated caramelized onion topping! Some of my favorite sweet onions are Walla, Walla, Maui, and Vidalia Onions.

What is chili called without beans? ›

Commercial chili prepared without beans is usually called "chili no beans" in the United States.

What is the difference between chicken 65 and chicken chilli? ›

Anonymous Answered Aug 25, 2022 Chicken chilli is dark soya sauce n tomato ketchup,bellpaper,diced cut green chillies,sweet and spices. chicken 65 is tangy flavour. ... Chicken chilli is dark soya sauce n tomato ketchup,bellpaper,diced cut green chillies,sweet and spices. chicken 65 is tangy flavour.

How healthy is chilli chicken? ›

You can chilly chicken at home in a simple, tasty and healthy manner, says Dr Tejender Kaur Sarna, Nutritionist and Lifestyle Coach, Mumbai. Chicken is rich in proteins and adding capsicum and onions to it only adds up the nutritional value, making it a healthy lunch option.

Can I eat chilli chicken everyday? ›

Variety: Consuming the same dish every day may lead to dietary monotony, causing you to miss out on other essential nutrients from different foods. Nutritional Balance: It's crucial to ensure your chicken chili is well-balanced, with a mix of vegetables and spices. Avoid excessive use of oil, salt, or unhealthy a.

Why do people put baking soda in chili? ›

According to the magazine's food experimenters, the baking soda treatment will definitely keep the meat tender and juicy when cooked.

Can I use mayo instead of sour cream in chili? ›

Vegan chili can still be vegan with a cashew cream topper. In recipes that call for sour cream as a garnish (think nachos) or tangy thickening agent (salad dressing or dips), mayonnaise is a quick and easy swap thanks to its comparable body and lively tanginess.

Should you add sugar to chili? ›

The chili tastes completely different without the brown sugar so if you like a subtle sweetness in your chili then you've just got to go for it! Trust me, it will not make your chili taste like candy. It's all about balance between spicy, smoky, and sweet.

What to do if my chili is too watery? ›

If your chili is too watery, there are a few steps you can take to thicken it: Simmer Longer: Continue cooking the chili uncovered over low heat to allow excess liquid to evaporate. Add Thickeners: Mix a small amount of cornstarch or flour with cold water and add it to the chili. Cook while stirring until it thickens.

What is a good thickener for chili? ›

Mix in a scoop of cornstarch, all-purpose flour, or oats.

For 1 tablespoon of flour, use 2 tablespoons of water. No slurry is required for the absorbent oats; simply stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons. In all cases, allow the chili to simmer for 5 to 10 minutes more, and you should notice it thicken up.

What makes chili so thick? ›

Using Cornmeal to Thicken Chili

You can use white or yellow cornmeal that is fine to medium-grain. Or try masa harina, a very fine corn flour traditionally used to make corn tortillas or tamales. Masa harina is usually stocked near other Latin American food products in grocery stores.

What can I add to chili to make it more soupy? ›

When your chili is too thick, it's easy to thin it out a bit. Just add some liquid. You can add beef, chicken, or veggie broth, or you can add a can of tomato sauce. You could add water, too, but it will dilute the flavor of the chili.

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