Crockpot Chicken Chili: A Cozy Comfort Food Experience
A hearty and comforting white chicken chili made effortlessly in the crockpot. Tender chicken, creamy beans, and a blend of spices simmer together to create a flavorful, slightly spicy chili that’s perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For serving:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Avocado slices
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Place chicken in the crockpot. Add white beans, corn, green chiles, onion, and garlic.
- Add liquids and spices: Pour in chicken broth and add cumin, oregano, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne (if using). Stir gently to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- Shred chicken: Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return to crockpot.
- Add creaminess: Stir in sour cream and half the cheese until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with remaining cheese, cilantro, avocado, and a squeeze of lime. Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Thicker chili: Mash some beans before adding or mix in 1 tbsp cornstarch slurry at the end.
- Spicier version: Add 1 diced jalapeño with the onions or increase cayenne.
- Freezer-friendly: Cool completely and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Instant Pot option: Cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes, natural release for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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