Mexican chilli chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
52%
Mexican chilli chicken
60 min.
4
1003kcal

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If you're in the mood for a vibrant and hearty dish that transports your taste buds straight to Mexico, look no further than this Mexican Chilli Chicken! With its wonderful blend of spices and robust flavors, this meal promises to be a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Imagine succulent chicken thighs simmered in a rich sauce made from ripe plum tomatoes, enriching the dish with a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness.

The addition of spicy chorizo brings a depth of flavor that elevates the entire dish, while the tender red peppers and creamy cannellini beans provide satisfying texture and nutrition. This recipe is not only gluten-free but is also perfect for lunch or dinner, suitable for the whole family. Serve it with a dollop of soured cream, fresh lime, and a sprinkle of vibrant coriander for an extra kick of flavor.

Ready in just 60 minutes and designed to serve four, it’s an excellent choice for a cozy night in or a gathering with friends. Whether you decide to pair it with rice, jacket potatoes, or spicy tortilla chips, this Mexican Chilli Chicken is bound to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire. Embrace the bold flavors and spices of this delectable dish, and let your kitchen fill with the irresistible aroma of authentic Mexican cooking!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  • large onion halved sliced
  • tsp ground cumin 
  • 800 plum tomatoes peeled canned
  •  chicken stock cube 
  • 200 chorizo diced
  •  strips. 
  •  bell pepper red seeded cut into chunks
  • 600 cannellini beans drained canned
  • large avocado peeled sliced
  • servings juice of lime 
  • handful cilantro leaves fresh
  • large cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • stove

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the onion until softened. Stir in the spices and cook for a few secs.
  2. Pour in the tomatoes and 2 cans of water, then crumble in the stock cube. Bring to the boil and add the chorizo and chicken thighs. Push the chicken under the liquid, cover and simmer for 20 mins.
  3. Stir the peppers into the pan, then cook for 20 mins more. Tip in the cannellini beans.
  4. To eat now: Warm through to heat the beans. Toss the avocado with the lime and some salt and serve on top of the casserole with a sprinkling of coriander. Top each portion with soured cream.
  5. Serve with rice, jacket potatoes or a handful of spicy tortilla chips.
  6. To eat later: Cool and keep in the fridge for up to 48 hours. Warm on top of the stove until bubbling and serve as above.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1003kcal
Protein23.64%
Fat54.75%
Carbs21.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.25
Glycemic Load
11.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
46.522173995557%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.66mg
Hesperetin
2.69mg
Naringenin
1.47mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.37mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.44mg
Myricetin
0.27mg
Quercetin
9.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1002.73kcal
50.14%
Fat:61.66g
94.87%
Saturated Fat:16.51g
103.2%
Carbohydrates:54.75g
18.25%
Net Carbohydrates:39.65g
14.42%
Sugar:10.86g
12.07%
Cholesterol:253.45mg
84.48%
Sodium:441.29mg
19.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:59.91g
119.82%
Vitamin C:120.73mg
146.34%
Vitamin A:4059.34IU
81.19%
Vitamin B6:1.41mg
70.68%
Vitamin B3:13.48mg
67.39%
Selenium:45.52µg
65.03%
Manganese:1.27mg
63.38%
Phosphorus:606.15mg
60.61%
Fiber:15.11g
60.43%
Potassium:2104.87mg
60.14%
Folate:213.58µg
53.39%
Iron:8.85mg
49.19%
Magnesium:173.88mg
43.47%
Vitamin K:43.97µg
41.88%
Vitamin B5:3.74mg
37.36%
Zinc:5.46mg
36.4%
Copper:0.72mg
36.03%
Vitamin E:5.36mg
35.76%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
32.26%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.37%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.19%
Calcium:183.49mg
18.35%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%