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Crockpot White Chicken Chili

This Crockpot White Chicken Chili combines tender shredded chicken and creamy white beans with fresh green chilies and warm spices, simmered slowly to develop rich flavors and a cozy, thick texture. The dish is effortlessly hands-off, filling your home with fragrant cumin, garlic, and savory broth, resulting in a comforting and hearty chili with a smooth, inviting appearance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 3 cans cannellini or great northern beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can diced green chilies mild or spicy, based on preference
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin toasted for extra aroma, optional
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or sour cream for richness, stirred in at the end
  • 1 lime lime juiced for brightness, added at the end

Equipment

  • 6-quart crockpot
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Chop the chicken into 1-inch chunks and set aside. Rinse and drain the white beans thoroughly to ensure they’re clean and ready.
  2. Add the chicken, beans, diced green chilies, chopped onion, minced garlic, and toasted cumin into the crockpot. Pour over the chicken broth, making sure the ingredients are covered about two-thirds of the way.
  3. Stir everything together with a spatula to evenly distribute the spices and ingredients. Cover the crockpot with its lid.
  4. Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6 hours, or on high for about 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded, and the beans are soft.
  5. Once cooked, remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream or sour cream for added richness. Squeeze in fresh lime juice for brightness and stir to combine.
  6. Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if needed—adding a pinch of salt or more lime juice for extra flavor. Let it sit for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
  7. Scoop the hot chili into bowls, serve with optional toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream, and enjoy the comforting, creamy texture and fragrant aroma.