Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

Hearty and Satisfying

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 30m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (13 Reviews)
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Nutritional Information

701
Calories
18.2g
Fat
104g
Carbohydrate
38.4g
Protein
8mg
Cholesterol
14.2g
Fiber
Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

Recipe Description

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:

Ingredients for Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat oil and cook onion and garlic

    7 min
    Step 1 - Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    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.

  2. 2

    Add cumin and salt

    1 min
    Step 2 - Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    Stir in 1 tablespoon ground cumin and kosher salt to taste.

  3. 3

    Add beans, chicken, and salsa verde

    1 min
    Step 3 - Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    Add in 1 (15-oz) can black beans, shredded chicken, and 1 (16-oz) jar salsa verde and stir.

  4. 4

    Add broth and quinoa

    1 min
    Step 4 - Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    Add 5 cups chicken broth and 1 cup quinoa, stir and bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    20 min
    Step 5 - Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    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.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Step 6 - Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    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.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Franklin Smith
March 25, 2024
Verified

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.

Ava Johnson
January 12, 2024
Verified

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!

Irene Thompson
October 21, 2023
Verified

So simple yum

Victor Morgan
October 4, 2023
Verified

Simply superb meal!

Laura Smith
September 15, 2023
Verified

Yummy!

Olivia Smith
June 28, 2023
Verified

Superb healthy meal!

Fay
May 24, 2023
Verified

Super yummy meal!

Fiona
February 26, 2023
Verified

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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