Mr. Food’s Quick and Easy Italian Chili

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Quick and Easy Italian Chili

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs , cut into 1/2-inch chunks
	1/2 lb Italian sausage , casings removed
	1 medium onion , chopped
	3 cans Italian stewed tomatoes , undrained
	2 cans cannellini beans , undrained
	2 tablespoons chili powder
	1 teaspoon ground cumin
	1/4 teaspoon salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

411

Sugar

Fat

23g

Mr. Food's Quick and Easy Italian Chili puts an Italian twist on a classic American dish. The combination of chicken and sausage with Italian stewed tomatoes and cannellini beans provides a hearty and flavorful chili that is easy to make. This dish is versatile, as it can be served on its own or with toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream. It's perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd at a potluck.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the chicken and sausage over medium heat.
2.	Add the chopped onion and cook until the onion is tender.
3.	Add the stewed tomatoes, cannellini beans, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
4.	Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the flavors have melded together.

PROS

This Italian chili is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
The combination of chicken and sausage provides a nice change from traditional beef chili.
The cannellini beans add protein and fiber to the dish.

This chili also freezes well, making it a great option for meal prep.

CONS

The sausage and canned beans can be high in sodium, so this dish should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It is also relatively high in calories and fat compared to some other chili recipes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its slightly higher calorie and fat content, this chili is still a good source of protein and fiber thanks to the chicken and cannellini beans. The chili powder in the recipe can provide a small boost to metabolism and has anti-inflammatory properties.