Description
Warm up with this Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili, a delightful blend of tender chicken, creamy cheese, and vibrant jalapenos. Perfect for chilly nights or gatherings, this dish combines savory flavors and comforting textures in every spoonful. With easy preparation and crowd-pleasing appeal, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh jalapenos, sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the jalapenos and onion.
- Heat a large pot over medium heat; add oil and sauté chicken until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Add chopped onions and sliced jalapenos; sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Mix in cream cheese, paprika, cumin, and garlic powder; stir until well combined.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg