White Chicken Chili
White chicken chili made in a slow cooker is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy beans, and a luscious blend of spices. This dish transforms your kitchen into a warm haven filled with savory aromas that beckon everyone to gather around. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Enjoy every spoonful as laughter fills the air!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans (15 oz each) Great Northern or cannellini beans, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients; wash, chop onions, and mince garlic.
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer beans, onions, garlic, green chilies, and spices on top.
- Pour in chicken broth until all ingredients are submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken directly in the cooker and stir in heavy cream or sour cream.
- Serve hot with cilantro garnish and optional toppings like tortilla chips or avocado slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg