Description
This Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is the ultimate cozy meal! Tender chicken, beans, and spices simmer in a creamy, flavorful broth. Perfect for busy days when you need a comforting, hands-off meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (such as Great Northern or cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (optional for added spice)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander (optional)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or sour cream (for creaminess)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Tortilla chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts (or thighs) in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the white beans, chopped onion, garlic, green chilies, diced tomatoes (if using), chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chili: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add Creaminess: Stir in the heavy cream or sour cream to make the chili creamy. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh cilantro, and a handful of tortilla chips if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more green chilies or a diced jalapeño to the mix.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk and omit the cheese.
- You can also add corn or bell peppers for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (on low) or 3-4 hours (on high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg