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Ground Chicken Chili Recipe
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Ground Chicken Chili

This quick and easy Ground Chicken Chili is perfect for busy weeknights! Packed with protein, veggies, and simple spices, it’s a family favorite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 can 15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1 cup canned corn (drained)
  • 1 jar tomato sauce  (15 oz)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil: In a large pot or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Cook the chicken: Add the ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Add the vegetables: Stir in the bell pepper and corn. Cook for 2–3 minutes to soften the vegetables.
  4. Season: Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the chicken and veggies.
  5. Add the beans and sauce: Mix in the kidney beans and tomato sauce. Stir well to combine.
  6. Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve: Serve warm with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, cornbread or tortilla chips.