Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe
This Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili recipe features tender chicken breasts, Northern beans, and green chiles, slow-cooked with garlic, onions, and a blend of spices for a flavorful, comforting meal. Cream cheese and half-and-half add richness, while toppings like sliced jalapenos, avocado, and shredded cheese provide the perfect finish. Ideal for a cozy dinner, this chili is easy to prepare and deliciously creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3-4 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz. low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 (15 oz) cans great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 (4 oz) cans diced green chiles (one hot, one mild)
- 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3/4 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Small handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 oz reduced fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup half and half
- Toppings: sliced jalapenos, sliced avocados, sour cream, minced fresh cilantro, tortilla strips, shredded Monterey jack or Mexican cheese
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, beans, green chiles, corn, and seasonings (salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, chili powder, cayenne).
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove chicken, shred it, then return it to the crockpot.
- Stir in cream cheese, half-and-half, and chopped cilantro until the cream cheese is fully melted and the chili is creamy.
- Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness by using more or less cayenne pepper or different heat levels of green chiles.
- This chili can be made ahead and reheated; it thickens and becomes more flavorful the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg