Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chili beans
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (12 ounce) package boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chili beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat with the sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot.
Interesting Facts
- This dish is a great way to use up leftovers - try adding other cooked vegetables or proteins like ground beef or pork.
- Chili powder is a blend of spices like cumin, garlic powder, and oregano, so it adds great flavor to this dish.
- Chili beans are a type of bean that is usually cooked with chili powder, which gives them their distinct flavor.
