This Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for chilly nights. Made with tender chicken, white beans, green chilies, and a blend of spices, this easy recipe is a crowd pleaser. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the flavors to meld together and creating a rich and creamy chili. Serve it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, and cilantro for a satisfying and hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 4 cups white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 (4 oz) can green chilies
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the cubed chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the slow cooker. Add the white beans, green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the lid of the slow cooker. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir in the sour cream and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the chili to cook for an additional 15-30 minutes on low heat, until heated through and the flavors are well combined.
- Serve the Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili hot in bowls. Top with desired toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and cilantro.
- Enjoy this delicious and comforting Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili!
