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Slow Cooker Creamy White Chicken Chili

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A hearty and comforting white chicken chili made effortlessly in a slow cooker, featuring tender chicken, creamy beans, and zesty flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts/thighs
  • 1 (15 oz.) can cannellini beans (drained)
  • 1 (15 oz.) can great northern beans (drained)
  • 1 cup onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 (4 oz.) can diced green chiles
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp oregano (dried)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp cilantro (fresh, chopped)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: In your slow cooker, combine the drained cannellini beans, drained great northern beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced green chiles, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
  2. Add chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs on top of the bean mixture, ensuring they are fully covered by the sauce.
  3. Incorporate chicken broth: Pour the chicken broth over everything in the slow cooker, allowing it to seep into the bean mixture.
  4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 4 hours. The chicken should be tender and easily shred with a fork when done.
  5. Shred the chicken: After cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir it into the chili to mix everything together.
  6. Add creaminess: Mix in the softened cream cheese until it is fully incorporated, making the chili creamy. Stir in cilantro and lime juice for added freshness.
  7. Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and enjoy it with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or tortilla chips.

Notes

For variations, consider adding chopped bell peppers or using different beans like black beans or pinto beans. It can be made ahead for meal prep.

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