Tequila Chicken Chili

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 15
Spicy Tequila Chicken Chili Perfect for Winter Nights!
in Chili

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 medium garlic cloves , finely chopped
2 medium onions , finely chopped
1 tablespoon medium-hot pure chile powder
1 tablespoon whole cumin seed
1 teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
1 can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup tequila
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup finely shredded basil leaves
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons dried leaf basil
2 teaspoons dried savory
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons masa harina
steamed rice , to serve
fresh fresh cilantro stem , for garnish
fresh lime wedge , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
352
Sugar
6g
Fat
12g
The Tequila Chicken Chili is a delicate and velvety recipe full of rich flavors from the southwest. This recipe, with an extra twist of tequila has a perfect combination of ingredients creating a perfect winter meal for you and your loved ones. The aroma of the chili sauce with the delightful combination of spices will give your taste buds a great culinary experience. The dish is perfect for dinner parties or when you want to enjoy a perfect family dinner. The tequila gives an added dimension to the chili, while the spices and lime juice add a tangy taste which sets off flavors that may not be present in beef-based chillies.

Instructions

1.Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add garlic and onions, cook until onion is soft and garlic is fragrant (about 5 minutes).
3.Add chile powder, cumin seed, red chili pepper flakes, coriander, and ground chicken. Cook until chicken is browned.
4.Add crushed tomatoes, tequila, lime juice, cilantro, shredded basil leaves, tomato paste, oregano leaves, basil, savory, salt, white pepper, bay leaves, sugar, and masa harina.
5.Let the pot simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
6.Remove the bay leaves and discard them before serving.

PROS

The Tequila Chicken Chili is a highly-seasoned and flavorful dish that is perfect for winter nights.

The recipe uses ground chicken making it lower in fat than traditional beef chili.

It is also gluten-free, and packed with protein and fiber from the beans.

CONS

The Tequila Chicken Chili is spicy, not suitable for people who do not like spicy food.

The recipe contains tequila which maybe objectionable to some religious/health restrictions.

It takes some considerable time to prepare the dish and maybe longer if the cook is new.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish is high in protein, fiber and other nutrients. The chili powder used in the recipe contains capsaicin which can help reduce inflammation, pain and may also reduce the risk of some chronic diseases. The recipe also contains ingredients with antioxidant properties such as garlic, onion, and cilantro.

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