Best 6 4 Ingredient Chicken Chili Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of a hearty and comforting 4-ingredient chicken chili, a culinary masterpiece that combines simplicity with bold flavors. This recipe features juicy chicken, tender beans, a blend of spices, and the perfect amount of heat, all simmering together to create a symphony of flavors. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, and it's versatile enough to adapt to your personal taste preferences.

In addition to the classic 4-ingredient chicken chili, this article offers a collection of creative variations to satisfy every palate. From a smoky chipotle chicken chili with a delightful kick to a creamy slow cooker chicken chili for those who prefer a milder touch, these recipes showcase the versatility of this classic dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

4-INGREDIENT CHICKEN CHILI



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This is an easy and impressive recipe, made in a slow-cooker. Tastes great, and will make you look like a genius!

Provided by C6-H12-O6

Categories     Chicken

Time 4h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans (undrained)
2 (13 ounce) cans white chicken meat (drained)
1 (16 ounce) jar Pace Picante Sauce (Medium heat)
8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese (cubed)

Steps:

  • Put the ingredients in a slow cooker. Cook on high for 2 hours and low for 2 hours. Stir every 1/2 hour.
  • Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!

CHICKEN CHILI



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Get yourself through the week with Ina Garten's Chicken Chili recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; it's low in calories but high in flavor.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1/8 cup good olive oil, plus extra for chicken
1/8 cup minced garlic (2 cloves)
2 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
2 yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for chicken
2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled plum tomatoes in puree, undrained
1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves
4 split chicken breasts, bone in, skin on
Freshly ground black pepper
Chopped onions, corn chips, grated cheddar, sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 1 minute. Crush the tomatoes by hand or in batches in a food processor fitted with a steel blade (pulse 6 to 8 times). Add to the pot with the basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked. Let cool slightly. Separate the meat from the bones and skin and cut it into 3/4-inch chunks. Add to the chili and simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes. Serve with the toppings, or refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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This is a recipe given to me by a good friend and co-worker. It has a wonderful flavor that I think anyone can appreciate, especially for a quick fix on a cold winter day! Serve with jasmine rice as side with chili or fresh French or Italian bread.

Provided by EPHESIS

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 ¼ cups chicken broth
3 (15 ounce) cans cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 pinches cayenne pepper, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, or to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook chicken, onion, and garlic in hot oil until the chicken is browned completely, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board, cut into 1-inch pieces, and return to the Dutch oven; add chicken broth, cannellini, green chilies, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Divide cilantro among 4 bowls. Ladle chili over cilantro and top with cheese. Season with salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 14.2 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 2725.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

EASY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Chili is one of our best cold-weather strategies. We use chicken and white beans for a twist on the regular bowl of red. It's soothing comfort food. -Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
Optional toppings: Reduced-fat sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up chicken into crumbles., Pour 1 can of beans in a small bowl; mash slightly. Stir mashed beans, remaining can of beans, chiles, seasonings and broth into chicken mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, 12-15 minutes. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUPER EASY CHICKEN CHILI



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All you have to know how to do is open some cans... This is so easy and so delicious. It will get you a second date for sure!

Provided by Megs

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (15.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1 roasted chicken, bones and skin removed, meat torn into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, great Northern beans, chopped chiles, and torn chicken. Season with cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Increase heat to medium-high to bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in sour cream and simmer for 5 minutes. To serve, ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 45.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 588.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

QUICK CHICKEN CHILI



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This chicken chili has few ingredients with lots of flavor. If you are looking for something quick and healthy, this is the recipe to use. This is wonderful over white or brown rice. Top with reduced-fat cheese and/or sour cream--I do both!

Provided by Abbie Jensen Whitton

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, divided
2 cups chicken stock
12 ounces cubed cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Combine onion and celery in a pot over medium heat. Cook about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until vegetables are tender, about 2 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Add green chiles, then chili powder and 1 can cannellini beans. Cook until flavors marry, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pour remaining can of beans into a bowl and mash to a paste consistency. Add mashed beans to the onion and bean mixture. Add chicken stock and cooked chicken. Reduce heat and simmer about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1243.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients beforehand: Dicing the chicken, chopping the onion and garlic, and measuring out the spices in advance will save you time and make the cooking process smoother.
  • Choose the right type of chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are both good options for this chili. Just be sure to cut them into bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the chicken, do it in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help the chicken cook more evenly and prevent it from steaming.
  • Use a good quality chili powder: The chili powder is one of the key ingredients in this recipe, so be sure to use a good quality one. Look for a chili powder that is made with a blend of different chilies, and avoid ones that contain added salt or fillers.
  • Season to taste: Every palate is different, so be sure to taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as needed. Add more chili powder for a spicier chili, or more salt and pepper for a more flavorful one.

Conclusion:

This 4-Ingredient Chicken Chili is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a flavorful and satisfying chili that the whole family will enjoy. Serve it with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or chopped cilantro, and enjoy!

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