Slow Cooker White Bean Chicken Chili Verde
Slow Cooker White Bean Chicken Chili Verde is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and creamy white beans simmered in a zesty salsa verde. This easy recipe offers a delightful medley of flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Serve it solo or topped with cheese, avocado, or fresh cilantro for an added touch. Your taste buds will thank you!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups canned white beans (cannellini)
- 1 cup green salsa verde
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion and garlic.
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker; add onion and garlic on top.
- Pour in white beans and salsa verde.
- Sprinkle cumin and chili powder over the top; stir gently to combine.
- Set slow cooker to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, shred chicken in the pot using two forks. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. - Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or add vegetables like corn or jalapeños. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.