Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

Gluten Free
Health score
33%
Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
495 min.
6
375kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that’s both hearty and packed with flavor? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili! Perfect for those chilly evenings, this gluten-free recipe combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a medley of fresh vegetables and zesty buffalo sauce, creating a delightful balance of heat and comfort.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the tantalizing aroma of chili wafting through your kitchen. With minimal prep time, you can set your slow cooker in the morning and let it work its magic while you go about your day. By the time dinner rolls around, you’ll have a warm, satisfying meal ready to serve, making it an ideal choice for busy families or anyone looking to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal without the fuss.

This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a nutritious option, with a caloric breakdown that keeps you feeling energized. The combination of protein-rich chicken and fiber-packed beans ensures that you’ll be full and satisfied. Plus, the option to top it off with crumbled blue cheese adds a creamy, tangy finish that elevates the entire experience. Whether you’re serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course at your next gathering, this Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • cup onion chopped
  • cup celery stalks sliced
  • cup carrots chopped
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes diced organic undrained canned
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • teaspoons chili powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sauce of the chicken from the turbo broiler (from 12-oz bottle)
  • serving cheese blue crumbled

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 5- to 6 1/2-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients except buffalo wing sauce and cheese.
  3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  4. Stir in buffalo wing sauce.
  5. Serve sprinkled with blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories375kcal
Protein47.45%
Fat23.95%
Carbs28.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.47
Glycemic Load
4.04
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
31.966521757452%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.48mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
5.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.39kcal
18.77%
Fat:10.06g
15.48%
Saturated Fat:3.03g
18.96%
Carbohydrates:27.04g
9.01%
Net Carbohydrates:18.08g
6.57%
Sugar:8.43g
9.37%
Cholesterol:184.08mg
61.36%
Sodium:1358.38mg
59.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:44.86g
89.72%
Vitamin A:4209.3IU
84.19%
Vitamin B3:13.12mg
65.6%
Selenium:45.67µg
65.24%
Vitamin B6:1.17mg
58.73%
Phosphorus:514.46mg
51.45%
Fiber:8.96g
35.82%
Potassium:1252.82mg
35.79%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.29%
Vitamin B5:2.99mg
29.95%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.5%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.32%
Iron:4.89mg
27.18%
Copper:0.52mg
26.23%
Zinc:3.92mg
26.14%
Magnesium:104.35mg
26.09%
Vitamin C:17.84mg
21.63%
Vitamin B12:1.28µg
21.31%
Folate:85.16µg
21.29%
Vitamin K:21.17µg
20.16%
Vitamin E:2.47mg
16.45%
Calcium:136.99mg
13.7%