This cheesy slow cooker white chili is a comforting and flavorful meal that is perfect for cold winter evenings. It is made with tender chicken, creamy white beans, flavorful spices, and a generous amount of cheese. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the flavors to meld together perfectly. Serve this hearty chili with your favorite garnishes such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and cilantro for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 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 shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream, for serving
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for serving
Directions
- In a slow cooker, combine the shredded chicken, white beans, diced green chilies, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, ground cumin, dried oregano, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours or high heat for 2 hours, until the flavors have melded together.
- Just before serving, stir in the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Ladle the chili into bowls and serve with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped fresh cilantro.
Interesting Facts
White chili is a variation of traditional chili that uses white beans instead of red kidney beans.
Using a slow cooker allows the flavors to develop and the chicken to become tender while you go about your day.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on the number of servings needed.
Leftover chili can be refrigerated and reheated for delicious meals throughout the week.