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Nice for when warmer weather sets in and regular chili seems too heavy. For me this is a 'Non-recipe recipe.' Saute chicken and whatever vegetables you want. Add spices, canned green chilies, tomatoes, and drained rinsed beans. Simmer for 30 minutes. For you die-hards who want/need a recipe, see below.

Chicken Chili
1-2-lbs Chicken Breasts or thighs
1 T oil
1 T cumin
1 T paprika*
1/2 t cayenne*
1 t pepper
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 large bell pepper, chopped*
3 stalks celery sliced*
2 cans beans, rinsed and drained.
2 Can diced tomatoes or rotel
1 can diced green chilies

Cut Chicken into bite sized chunks. Heat 1 tbs oil in pan on med high. Sauté onions, celery, and peppers until caramelized. Add meat and garlic, sauté until brown. Add cumin, cayenne, pepper, and paprika. Add undrained cans of tomatoes, chilies, or rotel. Add drained/rinsed beans. Simmer for 10 minutes and salt to taste. Continue to simmer until chili is thick and flavors meld, ~ 20 -30mins.