Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese (Print Version)
Whip up this easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese for a weeknight win! Creamy, hearty, and full of flavor pure comfort food.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 4 Hours minutes
Total Time: 19 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
1.5-2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
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1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
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4 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
→ Flavor Builders
05 -
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
06 -
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Creamy Finish
11 -
1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
→ Toppings & Garnish
12 -
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
13 -
Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
14 -
Fresh cilantro, chopped
15 -
Crushed tortilla chips
16 -
Sliced avocado
17 -
Lime wedges
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, grab your trusty crockpot. I always give mine a quick spray with cooking oil, just in case, though this chili isn't usually a sticker. Pop in those boneless, skinless chicken breasts right at the bottom. Don't worry about cutting them up yet; the magic of the slow cooker will handle that later. This is where the foundation for our Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese really starts to build.
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Next, scatter your chopped yellow onion and minced garlic over the chicken. Then, add those rinsed and drained Great Northern beans and the can of diced green chiles (undrained, remember? It adds flavor!). I love how quickly this comes together, honestly. It smells so fresh even before it starts cooking, a little promise of the deliciousness to come.
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Now for the flavor! Sprinkle in your chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, and a good pinch of salt and black pepper over everything. Pour in the chicken broth. Give it all a gentle stir, just to mix the spices around a bit, but don't stress about it being perfectly blended. The slow cooker will do its thing. This step is where the Crockpot White Chicken Chili truly begins to take shape.
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Put the lid on your crockpot. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 6-8 hours. Honestly, I usually go for the LOW setting if I'm leaving the house for the day; it makes the chicken incredibly tender. You'll know it's ready when the chicken is super fork-tender and practically falling apart. The aroma filling your kitchen will be incredible, trust me!
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Once the cooking time is up and the chicken is tender, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot. You can use two forks to easily shred them right on a cutting board. They should just fall apart with minimal effort! Once shredded, return all that lovely chicken back into the chili. This is where the Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili gets its satisfying texture.
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Finally, the moment we’ve been waiting for! Add the softened block of cream cheese to the chili. Stir it in until it’s completely melted and incorporated, making the chili beautifully creamy and luscious. This might take a few minutes, just keep stirring gently. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed – maybe a little more salt or pepper. Serve hot and enjoy this amazing Crockpot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese!
# Notes:
01 -
Always soften your cream cheese at room temperature for at least 30 minutes; it makes it so much easier to stir in without lumps.
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Leftovers are a dream! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
03 -
No Great Northern beans? Cannellini beans are a fantastic, almost identical swap that I've used many times.
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A squeeze of fresh lime juice right before serving really brightens up all the creamy flavors, don't skip it!
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
6-quart or larger slow cooker (crockpot)
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Measuring spoons and cups
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Forks for shredding chicken
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 450-550 kcal
Total Fat: 25-35g
Total Carbohydrate: 30-40g
Protein: 35-45g