Description
This Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili recipe combines tender chicken, white beans, and a savory blend of spices for a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy a delicious, hearty chili that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- White beans (cannellini or great Northern)
- Chicken broth
- Green chiles
- Onion
- Garlic
- Ground cumin
- Dried oregano
- Chili powder
- Cream cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add white beans, chicken broth, green chiles, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and chili powder.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the slow cooker.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro, lime wedges, or tortilla chips if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili powder or using mild green chiles.
- For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans before adding them to the slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup, Chili
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg