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Chicken Taco Chili

Cultural Context

Originating from the southwestern United States, Chicken Taco Chili combines the beloved flavors of tacos with the heartiness of chili. This dish is often enjoyed during gatherings and game days, celebrating the fusion of Mexican and American culinary traditions. Today, it's a popular choice for meal prep and family dinners, offering a comforting and flavorful experience.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 large white onion (half chopped)
3 chicken breasts
1 can black beans (drained)
1 can kidney beans (drained)
2 cans tomatoes with diced green chilies
1 can tomato sauce (8 ounces)
1 can diced green chilies (4 ounces, mild)
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1 tablespoon low sodium taco seasoning
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
corn tortillas (for homemade tortilla chips)
1

Chop half of a large white onion and add it to the crock pot.

2

Add 3 whole chicken breasts on top of the chopped onion in the crock pot.

3

Add drained black beans to the crock pot.

4

Add drained kidney beans to the crock pot.

5

Add 2 cans of tomatoes with diced green chilies (with juice) to the crock pot.

6

Add 1 can of tomato sauce (8 ounces) to the crock pot.

7

Add 1 can of mild diced green chilies (4 ounces) to the crock pot.

8

Add 1 cup of frozen whole kernel corn to the crock pot.

9

Add 1 tablespoon of low sodium taco seasoning to the crock pot.

10

Add 1 tablespoon of cumin to the crock pot.

11

Add 1 tablespoon of chili powder to the crock pot.

12

Stir the ingredients gently, keeping the onion at the bottom and the chicken on top.

13

Cover the crock pot and set it to low for 8 hours (or 6 hours if the chicken breasts are not too thick).

14

After about 6 hours, check the chicken; it should be tender and starting to fall apart.

15

Remove larger chunks of chicken from the crock pot and shred them into bite-sized pieces.

16

Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir the chili.

17

Prepare homemade tortilla chips by cutting corn tortillas into squares and frying them in hot oil until golden brown.

18

Assemble the chili with toppings: homemade tortilla chips, avocado with lime, cilantro, queso fresca, and sour cream.

Equipment Needed

crock potfrying pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

low-carb

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Chicken Taco Chili
Local Name: chili de pollo con tacos

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