Description
Comforting White Chicken Chili delivers a hearty Mexican-inspired bowl of pure deliciousness that simmers with rich, tender flavors. Gentle spices and creamy broth promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15 ounces) cans great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 (4 ounces) cans diced green chiles (one hot, one mild)
- 1 (15 ounces) can whole kernel corn, drained
Liquids and Dairy:
- 24 ounces chicken broth (low sodium)
- 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup half-and-half
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Combine raw chicken breasts, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, white beans, diced green chiles, corn kernels, and aromatic spices in the slow cooker, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover and set the crockpot to low temperature, allowing the mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors for 6-7 hours, or alternatively use high temperature for 3-4 hours until chicken becomes fork-tender.
- Carefully extract the cooked chicken from the liquid and use two forks to gently shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, then return the shredded chicken back to the crockpot.
- Cut cream cheese into smaller cubes to help it melt faster, then gradually incorporate the cream cheese and half-and-half into the chili, stirring consistently to create a smooth, velvety texture.
- Allow the chili to continue cooking on low for an additional 15-20 minutes, which helps blend the creamy elements and intensify the overall flavor profile.
- Ladle the hot, creamy chili into serving bowls and garnish with optional toppings like fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños for added zest.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender and easy-to-shred meat.
- Opt for low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content of the dish.
- Swap cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed alternative that maintains creaminess.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting the type and amount of green chiles or adding jalapeños for extra kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg