Description
Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy textures and spicy jalapeños into a delightful dish that warms the heart. Perfect for chilly nights or game day gatherings, this hearty chili transforms skeptics into fans with its rich flavors and inviting aroma. Easy to prepare, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed as a main course or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the onions, garlic, and jalapeños.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent. Add garlic and jalapeños; cook until fragrant (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts to the pot and cook until no longer pink (about 5–7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the cream cheese until melted and combined with the chicken.
- Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for about 20–30 minutes on low heat until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg