Crockpot White Chicken Chili
Crockpot White Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This hearty dish features tender chicken, creamy white beans, and zesty green chilies simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s an ideal meal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Top with sour cream and fresh cilantro for added freshness and warmth. Gather your ingredients and enjoy a bowl of cozy goodness that brings everyone together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) Great Northern or cannellini beans, drained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop onion and mince garlic; set aside.
- Layer chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, onion, garlic, cumin, and chili powder. Stir gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken using two forks and stir back into the chili.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the crockpot. - Substitute chicken with turkey for a leaner option or use additional beans for a vegetarian version. - Freeze leftovers in airtight containers for up to three months.