Easy Salsa Verde Chicken Chili
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Easy Salsa Verde Chicken Chili, a bright and flavorful twist on a classic dish. This wholesome chili combines tender chicken with zesty salsa verde, fire-roasted tomatoes, and hearty black beans for a delicious meal that’s sure to please the entire family. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this one-pot wonder is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite toppings or ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 16 ounces salsa verde
- 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
Instructions
- In a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and bell pepper for about five minutes until softened.
- Stir in cooked chicken along with chili powder and cumin; mix well.
- Add salsa verde, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken stock, and black beans. Combine thoroughly.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook gently for about ten minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like sour cream or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg