Easy and Flavorful Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Chili Recipe

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable and flavorful.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes offer a vibrant flavor, while crushed are budget-friendly.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika adds color and flavor, and cayenne is often less expensive.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are nutritious, while pinto beans are usually cheaper.

Chop onion and garlic, set chicken aside.

Heat medium-high heat in Ninja Foodi and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Once oil is heated, add 1 large diced onion and 4 cloves of minced garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add 2 lbs of cut-up chicken (mix of breast and thighs) to the pan; cook for 3-4 minutes until browned.

Add 1 cup of beef broth, 1 can of diced tomatoes, and 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the pot.

Add 1 can of pinto beans (with juices), 2 cans of black beans (one with juices), 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 tablespoon of cumin, and 2 teaspoons of salt; stir to combine.

Switch to slow cooker function and set to low for 5 hours.

After 5 hours, turn to high and add 1/8 cup of cornmeal, mixing well to thicken.

Squeeze in the juice of 1 lime and let simmer on high for 10 more minutes.

Prepare cheese for serving.

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