Creamy and flavorful slow cooker white chili with tender chicken.

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Creamy and flavorful slow cooker white chili with tender chicken.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 11, 2023

This slow cooker white chili with chicken is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for cold evenings. Made with tender chicken, white beans, and a blend of spices, it's packed with flavor and creamy goodness. The slow cooker does all the work, making it an easy and convenient recipe that can be prepared in minutes. Serve it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, cheese, and fresh cilantro for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, white beans, onion, garlic, green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Stir well to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen corn and heavy cream.
  5. Cover and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro.

Interesting Facts

  • White chili is a variation of traditional chili that substitutes white beans and chicken for the usual red beans and ground beef.
  • Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together and makes the chicken incredibly tender.
  • This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on the number of servings needed.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for future meals.
  • White chili is a versatile dish that can be customized with different spices and toppings to suit your taste.