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Best Ever Chicken Chili

Best Ever Chicken Chili

This hearty chicken chili is packed with bold flavors and just the right amount of spice to warm you up on any chilly day. It’s easy to make and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner with family or friends.

★★★★☆4(1 reviews)Updated: Mar 31, 2026
Prep Time 20 min
Cook Time 4 hr 45 min
Total Time 5 hr 5 min
Difficulty Hard

Ingredients 0/0

Reasons You'll Love It

This chili is packed with bold flavors and a perfect balance of spices. It’s hearty, comforting, and easy to make any night of the week. Plus, using chicken keeps it lighter without sacrificing taste.

Helpful Cooking Tips

- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier and more flavorful chili.
- Let the chili simmer low and slow to deepen the flavors.
- Adjust the heat by adding more or less chili powder or fresh jalapeños.

Step 1

Place the chicken in a large pot and covering it with water. Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside, about 45 minutes to an hour. Once done, take the chicken out and set it aside to cool, but don’t throw away the cooking liquid—you’ll need it later. When the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Toss the shredded chicken, reserved cooking liquid, white beans, hominy, chopped onion, green chiles, garlic, cumin, oregano, and chicken bouillon into your slow cooker. Give everything a good stir, cover it, and pop it in the fridge overnight to let the flavors meld.

Step 3

The following day, cook the mixture on low for about 4 to 4 ½ hours. When it’s ready, scoop some into bowls and sprinkle each serving with Monterey Jack cheese. Enjoy!

Great Ways To Serve

Serve with warm cornbread or over a bed of fluffy rice. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for extra richness and freshness. A squeeze of lime juice can brighten the dish just before serving.

Leftover Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This chili also freezes well—just cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
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By Ayesha Khan
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Heart icon Nutrition Facts

350 Calories
Fat
10 g
Carbs
25 g
Protein
35 g
Fiber
6 g
Sugar
5 g
Sodium
700 mg
Serving Size: 1 serving
*Nutrition values are estimates and may vary.

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Leena
★★★★☆
Jan 22, 2026
Loved the flavors but I overcooked the chicken a bit. Next time will watch it carefully, still tasty though.
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