Chipotle Chicken Chili

Ingredients

  • 2 bacon slices, chopped
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 14oz can low-sodium, fat free chicken broth
  • 3 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
  • 1 15oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle seasoning OR 1-3 chipotle peppers (heat to your liking)
  • 4 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 cup)
  • Sour Cream and sliced Jalapeno optional

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large, heavy pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Add chicken to pot, saute 4 minutes. Remove chicken and keep warm.

2. Add onion to pot, saute 2 minutes. Add broth, tomatoes, beans and chipotle seasoning (or peppers), bring to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low. Return chicken and bacon to pot: simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Serve in bowl. Top with cheese and sour cream and jalapenos, if desired.