Creamy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
A comforting and easy slow cooker white chicken chili with tender chicken, white beans, and a creamy, mildly spiced broth perfect for cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, mild or medium heat
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Fresh lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and if using, seed and finely chop the jalapeño. Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts.
- Layer the chopped onion, garlic, jalapeño, white beans, diced green chiles, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt (start with 1 teaspoon), and pepper (start with 1/2 teaspoon) in the slow cooker.
- Nestle the chicken breasts on top of the layered ingredients and pour in the chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Soften the cream cheese and stir it into the chili until melted and smooth, then mix in the sour cream.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or a squeeze of lime juice if desired.
- Let the chili cook uncovered on low for another 15-20 minutes to thicken slightly and marry flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
If chili is too thin, mash a few beans against the side of the slow cooker and stir them back in to thicken naturally. Soften cream cheese before adding to avoid clumps. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain heat. Can be adapted for dairy-free by substituting cream cheese and sour cream with coconut cream or plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 bowl (approx
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 30
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