Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Recipe (Print Version)
White Chicken Chili made easy in your slow cooker. This creamy, flavorful chili is packed with tender chicken, beans, and mild spices for a comforting meal.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 240 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 255 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Hearty Foundation
01 -
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Two 15-oz cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Aromatic & Zesty Core
04 -
1 large yellow onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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One 4-oz can diced green chiles, undrained
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1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for a kick)
08 -
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
→ Signature Spice Blend
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2 tsp ground cumin
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1 tbsp white chili powder
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
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1/2 tsp black pepper, or to taste
→ Creamy Finish
14 -
4 oz cream cheese, softened
15 -
1/2 cup half & half
# Instructions:
01 -
In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, two 15-oz cans cannellini beans (rinsed and drained), 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 large yellow onion (chopped), 4 cloves garlic (minced), one 4-oz can diced green chiles (undrained), and 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced, if using).
02 -
Add 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp white chili powder, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the chicken is submerged. This sets the flavor for your Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili.
03 -
Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours (240 minutes), or until the chicken is cooked through and very tender. The long, slow cook time allows the flavors to meld beautifully for this Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili.
04 -
Carefully remove the cooked chicken breasts from the slow cooker. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it back into the chili.
05 -
Add 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 4 oz softened cream cheese, and 1/2 cup half & half to the slow cooker. Stir well until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated, creating a rich, creamy texture for your Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili.
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Taste the chili and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken slightly before serving. Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired for a comforting meal.
# Notes:
01 -
Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, or tortilla strips.
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For a spicier kick, leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the jalapeño entirely.
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Leftover Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It reheats wonderfully on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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To ensure the cream cheese melts smoothly, make sure it's softened to room temperature before adding it to the hot chili. You can also whisk it with the half & half separately before stirring in.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
6-quart slow cooker
02 -
cutting board
03 -
sharp knife
04 -
can opener
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
07 -
whisk
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 367 kcal
Total Fat: 11 g
Total Carbohydrate: 21 g
Protein: 43 g