Description
Warm up your evenings with Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili, a delicious blend of spicy jalapenos, tender chicken, and a creamy, cheesy broth. This dish is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family gatherings, game days, or cozy nights in. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something hearty and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh jalapenos, chopped (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot along with cumin and chili powder; cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped jalapenos and cream cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring; bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted; garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg