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A hearty bowl of white chicken chili topped with fresh cilantro and shredded cheese, served alongside warm bread rolls.

Warm & Wholesome White Chicken Chili: Your Go-To Slow Cooker Comfort for Fall

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Warm & Wholesome White Chicken Chili is the perfect slow cooker comfort food for fall, offering a creamy, flavorful, kid-friendly meal. Made with tender chicken, white beans, and spices, this chili is easy to prepare and ideal for family dinners or gatherings. Rich and hearty, it’s a cozy dish that warm your soul and delight your taste buds.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes - 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or navy beans), drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Start by rinsing and chopping your onion and mincing garlic. Prepare the chicken by slicing or cubing it, depending on your preference. Drain and rinse the white beans, and gather all spices to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker. Add the white beans, diced green chilies, chopped onion, and minced garlic on top. Sprinkle with ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth or water.
  3. Set your Crockpot White Chicken Chili on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the softened cream cheese to the slow cooker. Stir gently until the cream cheese melts and mixes thoroughly, creating a creamy, flavorful chili.
  4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the chili and stir well to combine all flavors.

Notes

  • Use residual chicken soaking up the flavors for a more tender, juicy result.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or diced jalapeños if you like it spicier.
  • For creamier chili, add extra cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream before serving.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low / 3-4 hours on high
  • Category: Soup, Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 950 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

Find it online: https://spoonella.com/warm-wholesome-white-chicken-chili-your-go-to-slow-cooker-comfort-for-fall/