Description
Discover the easiest way to make creamy, flavorful white chicken chili in the crockpot with this healthy and cozy recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this crockpot white chicken chili is packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy cream cheese, and a blend of spices, offering a satisfying and nutritious dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilis
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and shredded cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the crockpot. Add chicken broth, white beans, diced green chilis, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken from the crockpot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the chili mixture.
- Stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the chili.
- Let the chili simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes to meld flavors. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and shredded cheese if desired.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by adding more green chilis or hot sauce.
- Shred chicken finely for better mixing and creaminess.
- Use high-quality spices for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg