Buffalo Chicken Chili is a spicy and hearty twist on traditional chili that combines the zesty flavors of buffalo chicken wings with the comforting warmth of chili. This dish is perfect for game day, a cozy dinner, or any time you crave something with a bit of a kick. Loaded with tender chicken, beans, and a tangy buffalo sauce, this chili is both satisfying and flavorful. The combination of spicy heat and creamy blue cheese or ranch dressing topping makes it an irresistible bowl of comfort food that will surely become a favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Optional toppings: blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions:
- Cook the Chicken:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the Beans and Tomatoes:
- Stir in the black beans, white beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Mix well to combine.
- Add the Buffalo Sauce and Spices:
- Pour in the buffalo wing sauce and chicken broth. Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer the Chili:
- Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are well combined and the chili has thickened slightly.
- Add the Corn:
- Stir in the corn kernels and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve:
- Ladle the buffalo chicken chili into bowls and top with your choice of blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Enjoy this Buffalo Chicken Chili as a spicy, flavorful, and comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion, bringing the bold taste of buffalo chicken wings to a warm and hearty chili.
