Description
Hearty white chicken chili brings comfort and warmth to family dinners with minimal preparation. Slow-cooked ingredients meld together, creating a rich, satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Main Beans and Vegetables:
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Nestle chicken breasts into the crockpot and combine with white beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, and selected seasonings.
- Secure the lid and slow cook on low temperature for 6-7 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours until chicken becomes tender and fully cooked through.
- Carefully extract chicken breasts from the crockpot and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and introduce cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring continuously until cream cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy texture.
- Allow the chili to rest for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and sauce to thicken slightly.
- Ladle the hot chili into serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and a zesty lime wedge for an extra burst of brightness.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender and easiest shredding result.
- Control spice levels by adjusting green chilies and selecting mild or hot varieties based on personal preference.
- Add extra thickness by using cornstarch slurry if you prefer a more substantial chili texture.
- Simplify protein alternatives by substituting chicken with shredded rotisserie chicken or ground turkey for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 243 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 725 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg