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I wish spring would hurry up and make its way here! We’re supposed to get between 8-12″ of snow today and with living in the DC-metro area, they’re of course calling this storm the “Snowquester.” Almost a foot of snow is totally not fun at all. I’m praying my power doesn’t go out. I charged everything last night including my battery packs. Haha, I sound like the world is coming to an end. I honestly thought winter was practically over considering we’re into March, but I guess I should’ve learned that that doesn’t really happen until April, and even then, the warmer weather doesn’t happen til May. I just want to be on a beach with my toes in the white sand and turquoise blue water, basking in the sun. Man, that sounds REALLY good right about now.
Speaking of winter, yesterday morning, I decided to take a look at winter jackets online. I have a floor length down jacket (which people call a sleeping bag, and Jason calls it my Eskimo jacket, but it’s seriously the warmest thing, ever, for walking around in the city) but I don’t wear that all the time – only on work days because let’s face it, going to hang out with friends and wearing a floor length down jacket – not so fun to hang it on the back of a chair or anywhere for that matter. Anyway, I digress. So I have this shorter down jacket that I’ve had since college, which to be honest, I think I’ve had it for 7 years now. I’ve put it through the ringer and it’s now definitely showing the wear and tear. I decided it was time to look for a new one and I specifically made sure to look for one with a hood because I’m a fan of hoods in the winter. Right now is the perfect time to look for winter gear ’cause it’s end of the season for most winter sports so hello sales! I picked up a super cute Patagonia hooded down jacket in a pretty turquoisey color (which so fittingly is named Curacao, sigh, I want to be on an island) for $165! To me, that was a steal. Why? Well, for one, it’s 800 down fill. Which is like super warm and two, on backcountry.com they were selling it for $195 but I got it on this other ski/snowboarding site for $165. Winner!!
Okay, sorry. I totally just gave an entire schpeal on a winter jacket. I know, I’m silly. I just super excited to get it, but too bad I can’t have it to wear in this impending snow storm ;)
However, I DO have all the ingredients for this super comforting and hearty crockpot chicken taco chili. I didn’t think this would be nearly as good as it really was. It’s got great flavor and it has so much punch in every bite. You have chicken, beans, corn, and the flavorful broth in every spoonful. I loved having this for leftovers. The flavors just got even better the longer it sat. It was really easy to put together too (such a plus!) and it made A LOT! Oh, and guess what? It’s ass-friendly :)
Here are the deets (I didn’t calculate this myself so please do not hold me accountable): serving size: 10 oz, calories: 202, WW points: 4
Crockpot Chicken Taco Chili
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 16 ounce (453 g) can black beans, drained
- 16 ounce (453 g) can red kidney beans, drained
- 16 ounce (454 ml) can tomato sauce
- 10 ounce (284 g) package frozen corn kernels
- 29 ounces (822 g) diced tomatoes w/green chilies, (two 14.5 ounce cans)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients into the insert of the slow cooker except the chicken breasts.1 onion, 16 ounce (453 g) can black beans, 16 ounce (453 g) can red kidney beans, 16 ounce (454 ml) can tomato sauce, 10 ounce (284 g) package frozen corn kernels, 29 ounces (822 g) diced tomatoes w/green chilies, 1 packet taco seasoning, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder
- Stir around with a spatula to make sure everything is mixed and incorporated well. Tuck the chicken breasts in between the mixture and make sure they’re covered.3-4 boneless
- Cook on low for 10 hours or cook on high for 6 hours.
- minutes before serving, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker with tongs and place them into a bowl of a stand mixer to shred. Or, alternatively, you may shred them with two forks.
- After chicken has been shred, add back into the slow cooker, stir, and let cook for another 30 minutes.
- Serve hot with whatever toppings you prefer. Some suggestions: a dollop of light sour cream, cilantro, shredded cheese, etc.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
We are trying really hard to start incorporating more healthy meals into our dinner rotation and this one looks like a winner! The snow is heading my way after it hits you so this will be great comfort food too.
At least you can wear your super cute jacket next winter, right? Or this means you need a snow bunny vacation!! :)
Yum chili!
Crockpot cooking- yes, please!
This looks soo good! I don’t eat beef, so I’m always on the look out for Chili with chicken or turkey. Thanks!
Comfort in a bowl!
omg this looks like exactly what I want to eat for dinner tonight. Such a fun recipe!
It looks so comforting! I think I need to try this recipe this week, while it’s still cold outside.
Oh my gawd, Julie! I just want to dive right into those bowls!!! Good luck with all the snow. love!
I love this recipe! It’s something I can “forget” about plus it’s healthy. What more can a girl want?!
Julie, have you tried adding a bottle of beer to the broth? It does something amazing to tenderize the chicken and add to the flavor. It’s our favorite way to eat chicken taco chili these days!
No, I have not. I felt the extra liquid from the tomato sauce that I added in mine kept the chicken super moist and tender, however, beer sounds wonderful! I’ll give a try next time we make this. Thank you for the suggestion!