Hearty Pinto Bean and Chicken Chili

Name: Hearty Pinto Bean and Chicken Chili
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken breast', 'amount': '2 cups, cooked and shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'Pinto beans', 'amount': '2 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed'}; {'ingredient': 'Diced tomatoes', 'amount': '1 can (14.5 oz)'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken broth', 'amount': '2 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili powder', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Paprika', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime', 'amount': '1, juiced'}

Dive into a bowl of this hearty Pinto Bean and Chicken Chili, where tender chicken breast mingles with creamy pinto beans, vibrant diced tomatoes, and an aromatic blend of spices. Perfectly seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this chili encapsulates the warmth of home-cooked meals. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or during a casual gathering with friends, each spoonful is a comforting embrace. Historically, chili has roots in the American Southwest, often reflecting the region's diverse culinary influences, making it a dish that brings people together over shared flavors and stories.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Onion (1 medium, diced)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Chicken breast (2 cups, cooked and shredded)
Pinto beans (2 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed)
Diced tomatoes (1 can (14.5 oz))
Chicken broth (2 cups)
Chili powder (2 tablespoons)
Cumin (1 tablespoon)
Paprika (1 teaspoon)
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
Lime (1, juiced)

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked and shredded chicken breast, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure even distribution of spices.
Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the pot from heat and mix in the chopped cilantro and lime juice for a fresh burst of flavor.
Serve the chili hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 40 minutes • Calories: 300 • Fat: 8g • Carbs: 36g • Protein: 24g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 4g

Hearty Pinto Bean and Chicken Chili

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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