Cassandra Hubbard
@cashu23
Spicy Green Chicken Chili
A flavorful and hearty green chicken chili made with tender chicken thighs, zesty tomatillo salsa, and white kidney beans. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a gathering with friends!
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:gluten-free
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:13
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time21 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 3 pounds
- to taste
- 1 (24 fluid ounce) bottle
- 1/2 (4 ounce) can
- 3 cloves
- 1
- 1/2 cup lightly packed
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 3/4 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon, or more to taste
- 2 (15 ounce) cans, drained and rinsed
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Green Chicken Chili.
Step 1
Start by generously seasoning your chicken thighs with kosher salt on both sides, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
Step 2
In a dry, nonstick skillet heated over high heat, add half of the chicken thighs and cook them until they’re beautifully browned, which should take about four minutes per side.
Step 3
Once they’re golden and delicious, transfer them to a bowl and repeat the process with the remaining chicken.
Step 4
After all the chicken has been cooked, let it cool to room temperature before cutting it into bite-sized pieces that are perfect for mixing into your dish.
Step 5
Next, let’s whip up a vibrant green sauce! In a blender, combine salsa verde, green chiles, garlic, jalapeno, and fresh cilantro.
Step 6
Blend on low, gradually increasing to high until the mixture is smooth and bright green, bursting with fresh flavors.
Step 7
Now, return the chopped chicken to the bowl, along with any juices that have accumulated, and pour that luscious green sauce over the top.
Step 8
Give it a good mix to ensure every piece of chicken is coated in that zesty goodness.
Step 9
Now it’s time to bring everything together! Transfer the chicken and sauce mixture into a pot and season it with cumin, chipotle pepper, black pepper, oregano, and a pinch of salt to taste.
Step 10
To make sure nothing goes to waste, rinse your blender with a splash of water and add that to the pot as well.
Step 11
Stir everything together and set the heat to medium-high.
Step 12
Bring your mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Step 13
Let it simmer away for about an hour, or until the chicken is tender and infused with all those wonderful flavors.
Step 14
The size of your chicken pieces will determine the exact cooking time, so keep an eye on it.
Step 15
As the chili simmers, stir in rinsed kidney beans and let it continue to cook for another 15 minutes, allowing the chili to thicken beautifully.
Step 16
The aroma will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist! Enjoy your delicious creation, perfect for sharing with family and friends.