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The Best Nashville Hot Chicken Chili

The Best Nashville Hot Chicken Chili You'll Crave Forever

The Best Nashville Hot Chicken Chili combines spicy flavors and comforting ingredients for a delicious meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Shredded, Cooked Chicken Using rotisserie chicken makes this dish quick and easy.
  • 1/4 cup Dill Pickle Juice Any brand works, but Grillo’s is highly recommended.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Swerve Brown can be used for a sugar-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Essential for authentic chili flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin
For the Vegetables & Base
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped finely.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Can swap with vegetable broth.
  • 14.5 ounces Canned Diced Tomatoes
For the Optional Sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Add if desired.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Mix well until evenly combined.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the shredded cooked chicken with dill pickle juice and the prepared spice mix.
  3. Dice the onion and celery, and rinse and drain any canned beans.
  4. In a Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and celery, sautéing them for about 5 minutes until they turn translucent.
  5. Stir in the marinated chicken, chicken broth, rinsed beans, and canned diced tomatoes.
  6. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Allow it to simmer gently for 30 minutes.
  7. After simmering, ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot with sliced dill pickles and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Customize spice level and consider using quality ingredients for better flavor. Leftovers can be enjoyed later as flavors deepen when reheated.

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