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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili: Best Creamy Recipe

  • Author: Isabel
  • Total Time: 8 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, comforting white chicken chili made in a slow cooker with tender chicken, cannellini beans, and mild spices. This easy, set-it-and-forget-it meal is perfect for weeknights and freezes well.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) white corn, drained
  • 32 ounces (4 cups) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced mild green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prep ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and rinse the beans and corn.
  2. Layer ingredients in the slow cooker: Place chicken breasts at the bottom, then add onion, garlic, beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and diced green chiles. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours (or HIGH for 3-4 hours).
  5. Shred chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the pot into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Add cream: Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half and cook for another 15-30 minutes on LOW to meld flavors.
  7. Finish: Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice. Adjust salt to taste and serve.

Notes

For a thicker chili, mash about half a cup of the rinsed beans before adding them to the pot. Avoid using frozen chicken unless thawed first to ensure even cooking. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. This recipe is naturally gluten-free; check broth and spice blends for hidden gluten. Can be made dairy-free by substituting coconut cream for heavy cream.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 6
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: slow cooker, white chicken chili, creamy chili, easy dinner, meal prep, freezer friendly, comfort food, weeknight dinner

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