Description
Quick Green Chicken Chili is a flavorful and hearty dish made with tender chicken in a zesty green tomatillo-based sauce. With a delightful combination of spices and fresh ingredients, this recipe delivers a delicious chili in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, serve it on its own, over rice, or with warm tortillas for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
Fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2 jalapeño peppers, stemmed and seeded
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients:
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Remove husks from tomatillos and rinse them. Stem and seed the jalapeños. Chop the onion, garlic, and cilantro, and cut the lime into wedges.
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Cook the Chicken:
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Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken on both sides, then remove and set aside.
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Sauté Aromatics:
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In the same pot, sauté the chopped onions until softened. Add the garlic, cumin, and oregano, and cook until fragrant.
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Blend the Sauce:
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In a blender, combine the sautéed onions, garlic, tomatillos, jalapeños, and cilantro. Add chicken broth and blend until smooth.
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Simmer the Chili:
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Return the browned chicken to the pot and pour in the blended sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is fully cooked (about 10 minutes).
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Finish and Serve:
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Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Serve with desired toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, or tortilla strips.
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Notes
Vegetarian Option: Substitute chicken with white beans or chickpeas for a meatless version.
Spice Level: Adjust the heat by adding more jalapeños or keeping some seeds for extra spice.
Dairy Addition: Stir in sour cream or shredded cheese for a creamy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican / Tex-Mex
