The secret to this tangy and spicy Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde is the salsa verde that we all love! Served with cool sour cream, this one-pot chili makes a perfect hearty meal. Besides, this recipe is perfect for a midnight dinner as it is easy to make and will put a bowl of chili on your table in a half-hour.
Though the traditional version of chili verde calls for chunks of pork, this time I subbed shredded rotisserie chicken. And I think it is not only a smart way to use the leftovers, but this version is also lower in fat, while still offering plenty of protein. I also add quinoa to this chili. Because quinoa is high in protein and fiber, it is gluten-free and nutrient-rich, and I am always looking to add more healthy options to my family’s diet.
To make the Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde, you will need the following ingredients:
Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 3 minced cloves garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
Stir in 1 tablespoon ground cumin and kosher salt to taste.
Add in 1 (15-oz) can black beans, shredded chicken, and 1 (16-oz) jar salsa verde and stir.
Add 5 cups chicken broth and 1 cup quinoa, stir and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until quinoa is cooked, for about 20 minutes. Add remaining 1 cup chicken broth if the quinoa absorbs almost all the liquid.
Serve garnished with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.
This Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde is an easy and delicious recipe to get you inspired to cook at home. Give this recipe a try, and please let us know how it turns out for you.
Superb! I made this Chili Verde for a family dinner last week. My wife and I loved how simple it was to put together. The quinoa added a nice twist, and our friends were impressed! Definitely a keeper for busy nights.
Delicious! This Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde was a hit with my family. Made it for dinner after a long day, and everyone loved the flavors. Perfect for using leftover chicken, and so easy to prepare! Can't wait to make it again!
So simple yum
Simply superb meal!
Yummy!
Superb healthy meal!
Super yummy meal!
I made the Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde last weekend for my family and we all loved it! It was so easy to whip up and tasted amazing. I used leftover rotisserie chicken like you suggested. My kids even asked for seconds. It's definetly becoming a regular in our dinner rotation.
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