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13) Low-Sodium Chicken Chili with Black Beans

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can 15 oz no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14.5 oz no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Fresh lime juice from 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste start with 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional toppings: diced avocado chopped cilantro, plain Greek yogurt

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chicken pieces, coating with spices; pour in low-sodium broth, diced tomatoes, and black beans.
  4. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
  5. Shred chicken in the pot with two forks or leave whole; finish with lime juice and adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve with avocado and a dollop of Greek yogurt.