Organic Valley, a farmer owned organic dairy cooperative.
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Champion Chicken Chili
- Prep time
- 0:45
- Servings
- 12
A full flavored chili chock full of Organic Prairie Ground Chicken and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Organic Prairie Ground Chicken
- 1⁄3 cup sweet red onion
- 1⁄2 cup shredded or chopped carrots
- 1⁄2 cup chopped fine celery
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (or green bell pepper, small)
- 1 1⁄2 cups summer squash (zucchini/crookneck/patty pan/whatever)
- 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained (canned)
- 1 tomato puree (from a can)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 3⁄4 teaspoon cumin
- 1 pinch cinnamon
- salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh minced jalapeno chile pepper (optional)
- 1 large fresh tomato, chopped (optional)
- pepper to taste
Directions
Brown thawed ground chicken with onions and spices over medium heat in a heavy Dutch oven or large stockpot.
Add chopped veggies and beans, and cook over medium heat until tender. Add tomato puree, Reduce heat and allow to simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool prior to service. Can be made 1-2 days ahead of time.
Note: If there is a vegetarian at your table, cook the chicken in a large frying pan, set aside and use as a "condiment" for the omnivores.
Serving Suggestions
Top chili with shredded Organic Valley cheese (Pepper Jack, Cheddar, or one of our famous blends); Organic Valley Sour Cream; chives or scallions; avocado; roasted corn; or cilantro. For a lighter alternative try minced green onion and Organic Valley Lowfat Sour Cream.
Notes
Kids in the Kitchen:
Those wonderful school-aged kitchen helpers could be kept busy chopping veggies and sharing stories for 20 minutes before they realize they are being trained as prep-chefs!
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