Description
Mouthwatering slow cooker white chicken chili promises creamy comfort with lean protein and hearty beans. Southwestern spices and tender chicken create a satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings you’ll savor until the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 ounces / 425 grams each) white beans (Great Northern or Cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 ounces / 113 grams) diced green chilies
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Layer chicken breasts, diced onion, garlic, white beans, green chilies, and chicken broth in the slow cooker, creating a flavorful base for the chili.
- Sprinkle cumin, coriander, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper over the ingredients, thoroughly mixing to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Secure the lid and cook on low temperature for 6-8 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and ingredients to meld together.
- Carefully extract the chicken from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, then return the shredded chicken to the cooking liquid.
- Introduce sour cream and heavy cream to the slow cooker, stirring gently to create a rich, creamy texture. Continue cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Enhance the flavor profile by adding fresh lime juice, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed to achieve the perfect balance.
- Ladle the hot chili into serving bowls and garnish with optional toppings such as fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, or sliced avocado for added depth and visual appeal.
Notes
- Chicken Selection: Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for leaner protein and easier shredding, ensuring tender and moist meat throughout the chili.
- Spice Customization: Adjust spice levels by adding more or less chili powder and green chilies to match personal heat preferences without overwhelming the dish.
- Cream Alternatives: Swap heavy cream and sour cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk for lighter, dairy-free versions that maintain creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Meal Prep Hack: This chili freezes beautifully for up to 3 months, making it perfect for batch cooking and quick weeknight meals with minimal preparation time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 233 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg