Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili
This cozy Crockpot White Chicken Chili is creamy, comforting, and packed with white beans, corn, green chilies, and shredded chicken — all slow-cooked to tender perfection. A fuss-free weeknight dinner ideal for chilly evenings.
Equipment
- slow cooker
- measuring cups and spoons
- knife and cutting board
- forks for shredding chicken
- ladle for serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans white beans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans diced green chilies (4 oz each)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 avocado, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 lime wedges (for serving)
- 1 tortilla chips or red pepper flakes (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add white beans, corn, chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced green chilies. Pour chicken broth over everything.
- Sprinkle in cumin, oregano, chili powder, optional cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to distribute spices evenly without disturbing chicken too much.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to crockpot. Add cream cheese and sour cream. Stir until cream cheese is melted and fully blended.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, cilantro, avocado, and lime wedges.
- Optional: For a thinner consistency, stir in extra broth. For a creamier texture, lightly blend with immersion blender before adding dairy.
Notes
Add jalapeños or extra cayenne for more heat. For dairy-free, substitute with coconut or cashew cream and skip cheese. Add chopped spinach or zucchini near the end for extra nutrition. Garnish with avocado, lime, and tortilla chips for added flavor and crunch.