Chicken Taco Chili

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 (15.5 oz) can black beans, drained
• 1 (15.5 oz) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 10 oz package frozen corn kernels
• 2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes w/chilies
• 4 oz can chopped green chili peppers, chopped
• 1 packet reduced sodium taco seasoning or homemade (see below)
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 24 oz (3) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Taco Seasoning

• 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Combine beans, onion, chili peppers, corn, tomato sauce, diced tomato, cumin, chili powder and taco seasoning in a slow cooker and mix well.
2. Nestle the chicken in to completely cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours.
3. Half hour before serving, remove chicken and shred.
4. Return chicken to slow cooker and stir in.
5. Top with fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings!