Best 8 Kickin Chicken Chili Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful dish that packs a punch? Look no further than "Kickin' Chicken Chili," a tantalizing recipe that delivers a symphony of bold flavors. This dish is a delightful fusion of succulent chicken, a medley of colorful vegetables, aromatic spices, and a secret ingredient that takes it to the next level: a touch of heat from a blend of chili powders. Served with a variety of toppings, this chili is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, a side, or even a dip.

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the depths of this recipe, exploring the perfect balance of spices, the tender texture of the chicken, and the vibrant medley of vegetables. Along the way, we'll uncover variations and alternatives to cater to different preferences, ensuring that everyone can savor the exceptional flavors of "Kickin' Chicken Chili." So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this delicious adventure.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE CHILI WITH A KICK



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Store-bought rotisserie chicken makes this spicy chili easy, but you could also cook your own. We like it with various combinations of sour cream, green onions, cheese and salsa on top. -Emmajean Anderson, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large onion, chopped
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1 rotisserie chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (11 ounces) white corn, drained
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
Optional: Salsa and chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Gradually add broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes., Add the chicken, beans, corn, chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper and pepper sauce; heat through. Stir in cheese until melted. , If desired, garnish each serving with salsa and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 896mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

KICKIN' CHICKEN CHILI



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Kickin' Chicken Chili

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 4h25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoon ground cumin
0.25 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking oil
1 16 ounce jar green salsa
1 16 ounce package frozen pepper stir-fry vegetables (yellow, green, and red sweet peppers, and onion)
1 15 ounce can cannellini beans (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained
1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes with onion and garlic
Dairy sour cream (optional)
Shredded cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss chicken with cumin and salt to coat. In a large skillet, cook chicken, half at a time, in hot oil over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain off fat. Place chicken in a 4- or 5-quart slow cooker. Stir in salsa, stir-fry vegetables, beans, and undrained tomatoes.
  • Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 4 to 5 hours or on high-heat setting for 2 to 2-1/2 hours.
  • Reserve 3 cups of the chili; store as directed below. Serve remaining chili. If desired, top with sour cream and cheese. Makes 4 (1-1/2-cup) servings and reserves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 914 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 5 g, ServingSize 4 (1 1/2-cup) servings + reserves, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

KICKIN' CHICKEN CHILI



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My low-fat version of chili with a kick! Sometimes I use more chili powder and cumin - it just depends on the day! :) Feel free to modify to your tastes! Note: This recipe makes a lot, but it freezes well.

Provided by AnnieLynne

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
7 cups water
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 onion, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (16 ounce) jar medium salsa
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can tomato soup
2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies, with juice (OR 1 can with chilis and 1 can without)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
3 cups frozen corn (can substitute with canned corn)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
sour cream (optional)
shredded monterey jack cheese (optional) or cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Add water, garlic powder, parsley, and onion powder to large soup pot and bring to a boil.
  • Add chicken breasts and cook (covered)on medium heat until cooked through (about 12 minutes).
  • While chicken boils, chop onion and garlic.
  • Heat olive oil in a souce pan on low heat. Add onions and garlic to olive oil. Cook on low until onions are translucent.
  • Add jar of salsa to onion/garlic mixture, continue cooking on low, and stir occasionally.
  • When chicken is cooked through, remove chicken breasts from soup pot. Keep remaining broth on medium heat.
  • Add tomato soup, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn (frozen or canned), beans, chili powder, cumin, and the garlic/onion/salsa mixture to soup pot and stir to blend.
  • When chicken is cool enough to handle, shred and return to soup pot.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. As with most chilis, the longer you let it simmer, the better the flavors!
  • Serve with sour cream and shredded cheese.

SAM'S NO.3 KICKIN' GREEN CHILI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h10m

Yield 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

25 fresh Anaheim green chiles or five 4 1/2-ounce cans green chiles
3 sticks (12 ounces) butter or margarine, plus more for sauteing pork
3 pounds pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large white onions, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 3/4 tablespoons ground dry mustard powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons granulated garlic
6 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Two 14 1/2-ounce cans diced tomatoes
3 fresh jalapenos, diced, optional for added heat
1 cup flour

Steps:

  • If roasting your own chiles: Preheat an outdoor grill to high. Place the Anaheim chiles on the grill and cook, turning to cook evenly, until the skins blister and blacken. Remove from the grill and place in a plastic bag. Seal the bag and let the chiles stand for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the skin, stems and seeds and chop into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • Heat some butter in a large pot and add the cubed pork. Cook about15 minutes, and then add the onions and spices. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally. When the pork has cooked through, add the fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes, green chiles and jalapenos, if using. Stir occasionally.
  • After 5 minutes, add 8 cups water. Bring to a low boil. Stir occasionally. Increase the heat and bring the chili to a rolling or high boil.
  • In separate pan, melt the butter or margarine and whisk in the flour, stirring until creamy.
  • Slowly add the roux to the chili, stirring constantly, and shut off the heat. Continue to stir so that the roux is evenly distributed. (Roux amount can be adjusted depending on desired consistency or thickness.)
  • Let stand 5 minutes and serve in a bowl or smothered!

KICKIN' CHILI



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This is a fantastic chili recipe if you like a little kick and a little spice. It's great right off the stove top and even better the next day. My husband can't get enough of it!

Provided by NolansMom

Categories     Beans

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs ground beef
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 stalks celery, cut fine
1 large onion, cut fine
1 (1 lb) can tomatoes
3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 (4 ounce) can green chili peppers
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin
6 whole cloves allspice
3 tablespoons sugar
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) kidney beans, undrained

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pan brown meat well.
  • Add garlic, celery, and onions and sauté for 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, spices, seasonings, chili peppers, sugar, and the beans.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Stir often to prevent sticking.

CROCK-POT® CHICKEN CHILI



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Made a chicken chili recipe, and it was bland. So I took the ingredients and added my own flair. My family loves it when it gets cold out, because they know this will be on the menu. It's very flavorful. Serve with tortilla chips and sliced avocado for something different. Serve with sour cream and cheese.

Provided by Starr

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

Time 6h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) jar green salsa (salsa verde)
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
2 (15 ounce) cans white beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can corn, drained
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Mix green salsa, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, white beans, chicken broth, corn, onion, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper together in a slow cooker. Lay chicken breasts atop the mixture.
  • Cook on Low until the chicken shreds easily with 2 forks, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove chicken to a cutting board and shred completely; return to chili in slow cooker and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.6 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1338.2 mg, Sugar 7.3 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

CREAMY CILANTRO CHICKEN WITH A KICK



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This simple marinated chicken recipe is filled with zesty flavor and a bit of a kick from the chile. Everyone will love it!

Provided by NANCHE30

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cloves garlic, minced
2 serrano peppers, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened coconut milk
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • In a blender or large food processor, combine the garlic, serrano peppers, ginger, cilantro, lime zest, soy sauce, sugar and coconut milk. Process until smooth.
  • Place the chicken into a large resealable bag, and pour the liquid from the blender in with it. Seal, and refrigerate for about 1 hour, turning once after 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler. Place the chicken onto a broiling pan, and pour the marinade into a saucepan.
  • Broil the chicken for about 10 minutes on each side, until browned and the juices run clear. While the chicken is cooking, bring the marinade to a boil. Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
  • Place chicken onto a serving plate, and pour the sauce over it to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 41.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 494.8 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Chili is a great dish to experiment with different flavors. Some good options include cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Add some heat: If you like your chili spicy, add some chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper. You can also use a spicy salsa or hot sauce.
  • Let the chili simmer for a while: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. The longer you simmer the chili, the better it will taste.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Some good options include cheese, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Kickin' chicken chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chili a try. You won't be disappointed!

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