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Paleo chicken chili

A hearty and flavorful paleo-friendly chicken chili, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce, undrained
  • 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce, undrained
  • 1 can kidney beans 15 ounce, drained and rinsed (omit for strict paleo)
  • 1 can black beans 15 ounce, drained and rinsed (omit for strict paleo)
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained), fire-roasted diced tomatoes (undrained), kidney beans (drained and rinsed), black beans (drained and rinsed), and chicken broth.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot.

Notes

Optional toppings: avocado, fresh cilantro, or a dollop of dairy-free sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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