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Spicy Chicken Chili Stew

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450
A hearty and spicy chicken chili stew packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1.75 lbs boneless + skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1.5 tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder + onion powder (to taste)
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 4 jalapeños jalapeños (diced)
  • 1 white onion white onion (diced)
  • 1 bell pepper bell pepper (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 heaping tbs potato starch
  • 3 tbs tomato paste
  • 2 tbs brown sugar
  • 1.5 tbs chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • pinch ground cloves
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 32 oz low sodium chicken broth
  • 15 oz cannellini (white) beans (drained + rinsed)
  • 15 oz red kidney beans (drained + rinsed)
  • 0.5 cup sweet potato puree (optional)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Brown in 2 tbsp olive oil, then set aside.
  • Sauté jalapeños, onion, and bell pepper in remaining olive oil until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  • Stir in potato starch, tomato paste, spices, sugar, then add broth, beans, chicken, and sweet potato. Simmer 25-30 minutes.

Notes

Adjust seasonings to taste before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, chili, Spicy