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Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken Chili

Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken Chili

This Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken Chili is a flavorful, guilt-free delight with a creamy texture and a hint of coconut and lime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • blender

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, any color, diced
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup broth
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 ounces
  • 1 can diced green chilies 7 ounces
  • ¼ cup mild salsa verde
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cans cannellini beans 15 ounce cans
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped , plus extra for garnish
  • 1 can corn 15 ounces
  • 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice , plus wedges for serving
  • white bean tortilla chips optional for serving
  • sliced avocado optional for serving

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat; Add onion and peppers and sauté 3-4 minutes. Add in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
  • Add chicken broth, coconut milk, green chilies, salsa verde, and spices; season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a slight boil and then reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 10 minutes.
  • While the mixture is simmering, drain and rinse cannellini beans in a fine mesh strainer; measure about 1 cup of beans and transfer them into a food processor along with the fresh cilantro and ½ cup of broth from the mixture; puree until smooth.
  • Add the whole beans, corn and pureed mixture into the pot and stir well; Let simmer; 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cooked chicken and fresh lime juice. Serve with tortilla chips, avocado slices and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

This chili is a great alternative to traditional beef chili and offers a unique taste with the creamy texture of coconut milk and freshness of cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Chili, comfort food, Dairy-Free, Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken Chili, Healthy Recipe, Quick Meal
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