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A close-up view of a bowl filled with Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili, showcasing shredded chicken and garnished with cilantro.
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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and flavorful white chicken chili cooked slowly to tender perfection, perfect for cozy meals.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans fire roasted mild diced green chiles (2x4 oz)
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 2 cans cannellini beans (white kidney beans), drained and rinsed (2x15.5 oz)
  • 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (15.5oz)
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
  • 3/4 block cream cheese (6 ounces)

Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions 

  • Place chicken breasts in slow cooker, season with spices, add broth, onions, garlic, chiles, and bay leaf.
  • Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. During last 2 hours, add beans and corn.
  • Remove chicken, shred, and return to slow cooker. Ladle 2 cups of chili, blend with cream cheese, then stir back in.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with desired toppings.

Notes

For creamier chili, blend a portion of the beans and chili before returning to the slow cooker.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, chili, Slow Cooker