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queso chicken chili
2h 30m
Serves 1
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2h 30m
Serves 1
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Directions
1
Heat a large dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2
Brown ground chicken, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5 minutes.
3
Add onions, green and yellow peppers, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne. Cook 5 minutes until fragrant.
4
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, diced green chilies, hot sauce, butter, bay leaves, and 2 cups broth. Season with salt and stir to combine.
5
Reduce heat to low, partially cover, and let simmer 2–2½ hours, stirring occasionally. Add more broth if needed.
6
Stir in cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and beans. Cook 5 minutes until melted and creamy.
7
Ladle into bowls and top with greek yogurt, avocado, cilantro, and green onions.
Ingredients
3 lbs ground chicken
2 yellow onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp smoked paprika
2 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
28 oz can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
8 oz can tomato paste
4 oz can diced green chilies
0.33 cup hot sauce
3 tbsp salted butter
2 bay leaves
kosher salt, to taste
2 cups chicken broth
3 cups chicken broth
6 oz cream cheese, room temp
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can mixed chili beans, drained
0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
0.25 cup green onions, chopped
avocado
greek yogurt
extra cheese
Equipment
large dutch oven
Tips
Low and slow cooking is key for flavor.
Add beans and cheeses at the end to keep it creamy.
Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute for sour cream.
Leftovers are highly recommended.
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