Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe
Enjoy this Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili recipe, a creamy, flavorful dish made with tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices. It's a comforting, hearty meal that requires minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and add the white beans, green chilies, chicken broth, onion, garlic, and all the seasonings.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken breasts, shred them using two forks, and return them to the crockpot.
- Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream until the cream cheese is melted and the chili is creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Notes
- For added flavor, use fire-roasted green chilies.
- You can substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or cayenne.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg