Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili

A Cozy, Flavorful Favorite

Chili comes in all sorts of delicious varieties, but this creamy crockpot white chicken chili just might become a new favorite in your home. It’s a comforting slow-cooked meal that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. On a chilly evening, there’s nothing better than coming home to a warm bowl of tender chicken, hearty white beans, and a rich, creamy broth that’s brimming with gentle spices. This recipe is the kind of easy comfort food that warms you from the inside out and makes family dinner feel extra special.

Effortless to Make

Making this white chicken chili is almost too simple. Just like any great slow cooker recipe, you simply add the ingredients and let the crockpot do the work. Juicy chicken breasts, mild green chiles, white beans, and savory seasonings simmer together for hours, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. A touch of cream added at the end gives the chili its signature silky texture. The result is a luscious, mildly spiced chili with melt-in-your-mouth chicken and layers of flavor. Best of all, it’s all achieved without you standing over a stove.

Creamy, Balanced, and Hearty

A bowl of creamy white chicken chili, filled with tender chicken, white beans, corn, and green chiles, topped with a dollop of sour cream and crunchy tortilla strips. The flavor profile of this dish is family-friendly and wonderfully satisfying. Each spoonful offers a balanced mix of creamy richness and gentle heat. The green chiles and cumin add a subtle kick that isn’t overwhelming, so even kids and spice-shy folks can enjoy it. Meanwhile, the corn and beans make it hearty and add a subtle sweetness that complements the spices. Every bite has a little something, from the juicy chicken to the soft beans, making it a true crowd-pleaser.

Perfect for Any Occasion

One of the best things about this creamy white chicken chili is its versatility. It’s the perfect dinner for a busy weeknight, but it’s also a hit for casual get-togethers and game day parties. You can set out a toppings bar with shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, or tortilla chips so everyone can customize their bowl. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or a group of friends, this crockpot chili makes it easy. With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking process, you get a hearty, homemade meal that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen. It’s comfort food at its finest, ready to welcome everyone to the table.

Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili

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This creamy white chicken chili is made super easy in your crockpot! Creamy with plenty of spice, it's the perfect companion on a chilly night!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 8 hours

Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts trimmed of excess fat
• 1 yellow onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 24 oz. chicken broth (low sodium)
• 2 15oz cans great Northern beans drained and rinsed
• 2 4oz cans diced green chiles (I do one hot, one mild)
• 1 15oz 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 fresh cilantro chopped
• 4 oz reduced fat cream cheese softened
• 1/4 cup half and half

Toppings

• sliced jalapenos
• sliced avocados
• dollop of sour cream
• minced fresh cilantro
• tortilla strips
• shredded Monterey jack or Mexican cheese

Instructions

1. Add chicken breasts to bottom of slow cooker, top with salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
2. Top with diced onion, minced garlic, great Northern beans, green chiles, corn, chicken broth and cilantro.  Stir.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
4. Remove chicken to large mixing bowl, shred, then return to slow cooker.
5. Add cream cheese and half and half, stir, then cover and cook on HIGH for 15 minutes, or until chili is creamy and slightly thickened.
6. If you want to ensure a smooth blend of the cream cheese, try adding the softened cream cheese to a small mixing bowl, then adding a few ladles of the chili from the slow cooker. Whisk until smooth, then stir that mixture into the slow cooker and proceed with adding the half and half and cooking on high for 15 minutes.
7. Stir well and serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 548Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 1489mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 15gSugar: 8gProtein: 45g

Reddit Reviews

• Reddit user squidsRsmarterthanU has said that they would love to try a change from tomato for once

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