Dark Chicken Chili

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, smoky chili with deep flavor from roasted chilies and dark beer
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This hearty Dark Chicken Chili combines tender chicken with a robust blend of ancho and chipotle peppers, creating a dish that is both comforting and complex. The deep red hue comes from the charred chilies, while the addition of dark beer adds a subtle malty depth that enhances the savory spices. With warming notes of cumin, oregano, and a hint of cinnamon, this chili offers a perfect balance of heat and aroma. It’s an ideal choice for chilly evenings or when you crave a robust, home-cooked meal that feels luxurious yet simple. Serve it over fluffy rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful broth.

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Dark Chicken Chili

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 147.6

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This hearty Dark Chicken Chili combines tender chicken with a robust blend of ancho and chipotle peppers, creating a dish that is both comforting and complex. The deep red hue comes from the charred chilies, while the addition of dark beer adds a subtle malty depth that enhances the savory spices. With warming notes of cumin, oregano, and a hint of cinnamon, this chili offers a perfect balance of heat and aroma. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for chilly evenings or when you crave a robust, home-cooked meal that feels luxurious yet simple. Serve it over fluffy rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful broth.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat the peanut oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the ancho and chipotle peppers to the hot oil and roast for about 1 minute, just until they brown lightly and release their aroma.
  3. Remove the peppers from the skillet and set aside to cool completely.
  4. Once cooled, stem and seed the peppers, then break them into small pieces.
  5. Grind the pepper pieces in a blender or spice grinder until they form a coarse powder.
  6. In a separate pot, bring beef broth to a boil, then add the ground chilies.
  7. Remove the broth mixture from heat and let it steep for 10 minutes to infuse the flavor.
  8. Return the skillet with the reserved oil to medium heat and add the finely chopped onions.
  9. Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly browned and softened.
  10. Add the skinless, boneless chicken chunks to the skillet and stir until the meat loses its raw color.
  11. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, thyme, and cinnamon, cooking for another 10 seconds until fragrant.
  12. Pour in the steeped chili broth mixture, dark beer, and tomato paste.
  13. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and flavors to meld.
  14. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and fresh ground pepper as needed.
  15. Serve immediately over warm rice and/or beans.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 147.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.2g7%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 10.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 32.0g11%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g50%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 7.0g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, chili, dark, smoky, spicy, comfort-food, american, dinner, hearty, anchos, chipotle, beer, simmered, easy, family-friendly, warm, savory
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