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Delicious Crock Pot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese, white beans, and savory spices.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

A cozy, creamy chili made in a slow cooker with chicken, white beans, corn, and cream cheese, perfect for a hassle-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs Choose between breasts for easier shredding or thighs for more flavor.
  • 2 cans cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed Can substitute with navy beans.
  • 1 cup corn, canned or frozen Add more for extra sweetness.
  • 1 can mild diced green chiles Adjust for spice level as needed.
  • 1 large onion, chopped Provides a base flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor profile.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Start with less liquid for thicker chili.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Cube before adding for faster melting.
Optional add-ins
  • 1 medium jalapeno, diced For increased spice.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Adds brightness.
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place chicken at the bottom of the crock pot.
  2. Add beans, corn, green chiles, chopped onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
Finishing Touches
  1. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks.
  2. Add cubed cream cheese, cover, and let it melt for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Stir until a creamy texture is achieved.
  4. For a thicker chili, mash some beans against the side of the crock pot and stir back in.
  5. Taste and adjust salt; add lime juice if necessary.

Notes

This chili reheats well and can be made ahead of time. Leftover chili can be frozen before adding cream cheese for better texture.