Hearty Chicken and Bean Crock Pot Chili
Indulge in a nutritious and flavor-packed meal with our Hearty Chicken and Bean Crock Pot Chili. This satisfying dish combines tender chicken breasts with vibrant bell peppers, rich spices, and a blend of wholesome beans, making it a perfect comfort food. Designed to be set-and-forget, this recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious meal with minimal effort. With its healthy ingredients and slow-cooked goodness, it's a crowd-pleaser that’ll become a staple in your weekly meal rotation.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken breasts
2 lbs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
green bell pepper
1 (chopped)
red bell pepper
1 (chopped)
yellow bell pepper
1 (chopped)
medium onion
1 (diced)
chili powder
1 teaspoon
cumin
1/2 teaspoon
black beans
2 (14 ounce) cans (one drained, one pureed in its liquid)
green chilies
1 (4 ounce) can (drained)
creamed corn
1 (14 ounce) can
stewed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can
Instructions
1
Begin by chopping the bell peppers into small, bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and trim the chicken breasts into small pieces.
2
In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped peppers, onions, and chicken pieces. Sprinkle the chili powder and cumin over the mixture.
3
Sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, and the chicken is just cooked through with no pink remaining.
4
Transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture to your crock pot.
5
Open the can of green chilies and drain them, then add to the crock pot along with the creamed corn and stewed tomatoes.
6
Open and drain one can of black beans, then add it to the crock pot.
7
For the remaining can of black beans, puree them in their liquid until you get a smooth consistency using a hand blender or food processor. Add this to the crock pot as well.
8
Stir everything in the crock pot to combine, ensuring even distribution of all ingredients.
9
Cover the crock pot and cook on a low setting for 4 to 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in Hearty Chicken and Bean Crock Pot Chili?
The main protein is 2 lbs of chicken breasts, which should be cut into bite-sized pieces.
Which vegetables are included in the chili?
The recipe includes green, red, and yellow bell peppers, as well as one medium diced onion.
How long should the chili cook in the crock pot?
The chili should cook on a low setting for 4 to 6 hours.
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
You will need 2 lbs of chicken breasts.
How should the chicken be prepared before cooking?
The chicken breasts should be trimmed and cut into small, bite-sized pieces.
What spices are used for seasoning the chili?
The chili is seasoned with 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin.
How much chili powder is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for exactly 1 teaspoon of chili powder.
How much cumin should I add to the skillet?
You should add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin to the chicken and vegetable mixture.
Do I need to drain both cans of black beans?
No, only drain one can of black beans; the second can should be pureed along with its liquid.
Why do I puree one of the cans of black beans?
Pureeing one can of beans helps create a smooth consistency and adds heartiness to the chili base.
Should the green chilies be drained?
Yes, you should open and drain the 4-ounce can of green chilies before adding them to the crock pot.
What type of tomatoes are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses one 14-ounce can of stewed tomatoes.
What kind of corn is used in the chili?
This recipe calls for one 14-ounce can of creamed corn.
What are the first preparation steps for the ingredients?
Begin by chopping the bell peppers, dicing the onion, and trimming the chicken into small pieces.
How long do you sauté the chicken and vegetable mixture?
Sauté the chicken, peppers, and onions in a skillet for about 5 to 7 minutes.
At what point should I add the spices?
Sprinkle the chili powder and cumin over the chicken and vegetable mixture while it is sautéing in the skillet.
How do I know when the chicken is finished sautéing?
Sauté until the chicken is just cooked through and there is no pink remaining.
What equipment can I use to puree the black beans?
A hand blender or a food processor can be used to puree the beans in their liquid until smooth.
Do I need to stir the ingredients once they are in the crock pot?
Yes, stir everything in the crock pot to combine and ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
What setting should I use on my crock pot?
The crock pot should be set to the low setting for the duration of the 4 to 6 hour cook time.
Is this recipe considered easy to prepare?
Yes, it is designed to be a set-and-forget recipe with minimal effort, making it ideal for busy meal planning.
Is this chicken chili recipe healthy?
Yes, the recipe features healthy ingredients like lean chicken breasts, several types of bell peppers, and wholesome beans.
Is the Hearty Chicken and Bean Crock Pot Chili spicy?
It contains chili powder and green chilies and is tagged as spicy, though the flavor is balanced by the corn and vegetables.
What is the consistency of the finished chili?
The dish is a hearty, flavor-packed chili with a thick consistency created by the blend of whole and pureed beans.
Is this recipe suitable for a weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy weeknight dinner because of its simple preparation and slow cooker method.
How many cans of black beans are required?
The recipe requires two 14-ounce cans of black beans.
How should the bell peppers be chopped?
The bell peppers should be chopped into small, bite-sized pieces.
What is the step after sautéing the skillet mixture?
After sautéing, transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture into your crock pot.
Is any oil used for cooking this dish?
A small amount of oil is used in a large skillet to sauté the initial chicken and vegetable mixture.
What size are the cans for the beans, corn, and tomatoes?
The black beans, creamed corn, and stewed tomatoes are all 14-ounce cans.