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Jeff’s 3-Bean Chicken Chili Recipe

Delicious 3-Bean Chicken Chili Recipe for those cozy Fall/Winter nights in. The best weeknight dinner recipe for families!
Delicious 3-Bean Chicken Chili Recipe for those cozy Fall/Winter nights in. The best weeknight dinner recipe for families!

Do you love chili as much as we do? It’s one of our absolute favorite meals! My husband, Jeff made the best 3-bean chicken chili recently and I knew I had to share it. So many asked for the recipe after you saw Jeff cooking it on Instagram stories.

It’s definitely a delicious fall/winter staple in our home.. and something quick and easy for you to make at home for those last-minute dinners.

The best part about this chili? It’s thick, chunky, filling and full of flavor! His 3-bean chicken chili is a dish that everyone can enjoy.. even those who may think they don’t like traditional chilis. ;) It’s also great for leftovers.

Hope you enjoy! xo, Kristy & family

Delicious 3-Bean Chicken Chili Recipe for those cozy Fall/Winter nights in. The best weeknight dinner recipe for families!

The Recipe

4.8 from 5 votes
3 Bean Chicken Chili Recipe
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
 
Ingredients
  • 2 Cups Roasted Shredded Chicken Breast (about 8 oz)
  • 1 Tbs Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Carrot – Chopped (1 large carrot)
  • 1 Cup Onion – Chopped (1 medium onion)
  • 1 Whole Red Bell Pepper – Chopped (1 medium pepper)
  • 1 Clove Garlic – Chopped or Minced
  • 2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 28 oz Can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 Tbs Flour
  • 2 Tbs Chili Powder
  • 1 Tbs Ground Cumin
  • 2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 16 oz Can Pinto Beans – Drained
  • 1 16 oz Can Black Beans – Drained
  • 1 16 oz Can White Beans – Drained
  • 1 4 oz Can Diced Green Chilies
  • 1 oz Diced JalapeΓ±os (1/4 of a 4 oz can)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Shred previously roasted chicken breast and set aside.

  2. In a large dutch oven heat oil on medium heat then add carrots, onion, red pepper and garlic. Cook for 5 – 8 minutes to soften.

  3. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, flour, chili powder, cumin and garlic powder. Bring to a low boil for 10 minutes stirring often. Reduce heat to simmer.

  4. Add chicken, beans, green chilies, jalapeΓ±os then salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Simmer for about 30 minutes stirring occasionally, then serve with your favorite garnishes!

Links: Red Dutch Oven (5.5 QT) & White Dinner Bowl

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22 thoughts on “Jeff’s 3-Bean Chicken Chili Recipe

  1. So easy and delicious! I made this tonight for my family and everyone enjoyed it. Perfect for a chilly fall evening.

  2. This 3 bean chicken chili was so good! I love how easy it was to make and it was so delicious! My husband Ate two big bowls. :) Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with us.

  3. Hi Kristy!
    This looks so yummy we cannot wait to try it!
    I was thinking about making some for my neighbors and they are gluten free- do you happen to know if this is gluten free?

    Thankyou!

  4. we wanted something quick and easy so we tried Jeff’s chili. Delicious and fLavorful. Great alternative to red meat. Looking FOrward to leftovers.

    1. Made it toDay for dinner Tonight since its so chilly out! It is so so yummY!!!! Thank you Kristy and Jeff for a great recipe!

  5. You guys are great! Picked up a Rotisserie yesterday & so excited to try this, a thick and chunky recipe! I definitely make a soupy one so, cant wait Jeff πŸ₯£

  6. This sounds so delicious! We don’t have canned chillis here in Australia So can i omit them or substitute them with fresh chillies?

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