Description
A creamy and comforting white chili made with tender shredded chicken, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices—all slow cooked to perfection in a crock pot for an easy, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Chicken and Beans
- 2 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 cans white beans, drained
- 1 can green chiles
Vegetables and Broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
Spices
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Dairy
- 4 oz cream cheese (added at end)
Optional Toppings
- Cilantro
- Lime
- Shredded cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Add chicken breasts or thighs, diced onions, drained white beans, green chiles, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the crock pot, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Cook: Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the crock pot, shred it finely using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the pot to blend with the chili base.
- Add Cream Cheese: Stir in the cream cheese thoroughly until it melts into the chili, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Ladle the white chicken chili into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like cilantro, fresh lime juice, and shredded cheese as desired.
Notes
- Add corn for extra sweetness and a pop of color.
- For a quicker version, use rotisserie chicken and reduce cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup, Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
