Simply Healthy Slow-Cooked Chicken Chili

Simply Healthy Slow-Cooked Chicken Chili
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We took our Mama's Chicken Chili recipe and amped up the nutrition without sacrificing its delicious flavor. The biggest difference between the two recipes is that this one uses crushed tomatoes and only 1 jar of tomato sauce. The crushed tomatoes contain considerably less sodium than jarred tomato sauce, making it a better alternative for those following a heart healthy diet. Swapping out traditional ground beef with white chicken breast in our chili recipes is a no brainer for decreasing the fat content. Vegetarian? Add more beans to meet your protein requirements. No matter what your preferences are, the slow cooker lets you simply toss your ingredients in and come home to a chili dinner ready to eat!

Ingredients
(10-12 servings)

  • 1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, white meat only
  • 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes (flavored with basil, garlic, and oregano)
  • 1 box low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes (flavored with garlic and onion)
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes (chili style)
  • 1 (15.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 24-ounce jar tomato sauce
  • 1/2 package chili seasoning
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • cheedar cheese, to taste

Directions:
1. Remove skin and pull white meat from rotisserie chicken.
2. Combine all ingredients in a slow-cooker.
3. Cook the chili for at least 3 hours on low. Stir as needed.
4. Top each bowl with shredded sharp cheedar cheese and avocado slices.

~Healthy Happy Eating!

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