Recipes
Quick Chicken Picadillo Chili

For guests, chili makes a crowd pleasing presentation served buffet style, along with a selection of toppings such as grated cheese, scallions, cilantro, chopped avocado and sour cream. Tortilla chips and a simple green salad complete the meal.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch chunks
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (14.5-ounces each) Mexican style diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup chipotle salsa or medium heat salsa
3/4 cup Sun-Maid Natural Raisins
1 can (16-ounces) red or black beans, drained
Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream

Directions:


COMBINE cumin, chili powder, salt and cinnamon.
COAT chicken evenly with seasonings.
HEAT oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
ADD onion and cook 5 minutes.
ADD chicken and garlic.
COOK 3 minutes stirring occasionally.
STIR in tomatoes, salsa and raisins. Bring to a simmer.
COVER and cook 10 minutes.
STIR in beans. Cover and continue to simmer 5 minutes.
LADLE into bowls and serve with desired toppings.

Makes 6 servings.


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