Best 6 Arizona Chicken Chili Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable Arizona Chicken Chili, a unique blend of zesty flavors and aromatic spices. This dish is a culinary journey that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Arizona, where Mexican and American cuisine harmoniously intertwine. The main attraction is the tender chicken, lovingly simmered in a rich and flavorful broth infused with a symphony of spices. But that's not all; alongside the chicken chili, you'll also discover a collection of enticing recipes that will elevate your dining experience. From the creamy Avocado Crema, perfect for adding a cooling touch to the spicy chili, to the zesty Pico de Gallo, bursting with freshness, each recipe adds a unique layer of flavor to the main dish. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Arizona!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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.

ARIZONA CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by ilovechilitexas

Time 29m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 chicken breast halves, skinless & boneless
1 can (14.5 ounce size) diced tomatoes with garlic & onion
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 can (15 ounce size) low-sodium black beans or kidney beans, drained
1 can (15.25 ounce size) whole kernel golden sweet corn, drained
1/4 cup chopped cilantro or sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Dice chicken. Combine chicken, tomatoes and chili powder in medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes or until chicken is done and sauce is slightly thickened. Add remaining ingredients and simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, diced avocado, radishes or green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

ARIZONA CHICKEN



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I HAVE a large collection of recipes with a Southwest flavor. Served with either pasta or rice, this is one of my husband's favorites. The moist, flavorful chicken suits any occasion, plus it can be prepared for any number of guests. -Carolyn Deming, Miami, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil, divided
1 medium onion, sliced
4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
2 celery ribs, sliced
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown chicken on both sides in 2 tablespoons of oil. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, celery, water, olives, garlic powder, oregano, salt if desired and pepper; bring to a boil. , Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Add mushrooms; simmer 15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 13g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

ARIZONA ROADHOUSE CHILI



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The best thick hearty chili recipe you'll ever need. In 25 years of restaurant cooking, this is my classic chili recipe; loved by thousands. Vary the amount of green chilies and hot sauce if you're an Easterner unused to fiery Western foods, but don't change anything else.

Provided by Karen Barris Calabro

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 12h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound dried pinto beans
1 pound 90%-lean ground beef
2 large sweet onions, diced
3 cups diced celery
3 carrots, peeled and diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 red bell peppers, diced
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
2 Anaheim peppers, seeded and diced
2 poblano peppers, seeded and diced
1 quart diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons guajillo chile powder
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
water, as needed
2 teaspoons masa harina flour (Mexican corn masa mix)
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Place pinto beans in a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight.
  • Cook and stir beef in a large stockpot over medium-high heat until crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease from pot.
  • Drain pinto beans and add to stockpot; add onions, celery, carrots, garlic, red bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, Anaheim peppers, poblano peppers, diced tomatoes, guajillo chile powder, cumin, oregano, coriander, cinnamon, and hot pepper sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook mixture at a simmer for about 3 hours.
  • Stir beef granules into the chili and continue simmering until beans are very tender and disintegrate easily, 1 to 3 hours more, adding water as needed to keep beans and vegetables immersed in liquid. Thicken the chili with masa harina if you prefer a thicker texture. Season with salt just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 17.5 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 1138.8 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Folks will enjoy a change from traditional chili when they dip their spoons into this flavorful blend of tender chicken, white beans and just enough zip. This is our favorite white chicken chili recipe. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, drained, divided
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Sliced jalapeno pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chicken and onion in oil until lightly browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, chiles, cumin, oregano and cayenne; bring to a boil., Reduce heat to low. With a potato masher, mash one can of beans until smooth. Add to saucepan. Add remaining beans to saucepan. Simmer for 20-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender., Top each serving with cheese and, if desired, jalapeno pepper.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ARIZONA CHILI



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Chili recipe that can be made in the crock. This won 3 prize out of 40 chili's. Clipped 20 years ago from some place.

Provided by aronsinvest

Categories     Meat

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 bowls, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs ground beef
1 lb stew meat, chopped in bite size pieces
1 diced red onion
1 diced green pepper
5 garlic cloves
2 (26 ounce) cans kidney beans, not drained
1 (26 ounce) can tomatoes
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 (7 ounce) can green chilies
grated cheese, for topping
flour tortilla, for lining bowls when serving

Steps:

  • Brown the beef and stew meat.
  • After brown add the onion & pepper and garlic and saute.
  • Skim off fat.
  • Add the rest of ingredients and simmer a couple of hours.
  • I make it in the crock pot when I can.
  • When done line a bowl with a tortilla and top with grated cheese and onion.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your chili.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Chili is a great dish to experiment with, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too much meat or vegetables, the chili will be too thick and not cook evenly.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Arizona Chicken Chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its unique blend of spices and tender chicken, this chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give Arizona Chicken Chili a try, you won't be disappointed!

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