Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 can (15 oz) white beans (like cannellini or great northern)
– 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
– 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
– ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
– Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Crockpot White Chicken Chili is simple with these straightforward steps:
1. Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray for easy cleanup.
2. Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Season them with salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Add Vegetables: Layer the chopped onion, minced garlic, white beans, drained corn, and diced green chilies on top of the chicken.
4. Add Broth: Pour the chicken broth over all the ingredients, ensuring everything is submerged.
5. Cook: Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
6. Shred the Chicken: About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
7. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half to create a creamy texture. Let it cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
8. Final Adjustments: Taste the chili and adjust seasonings if needed.
These clear steps will guide you in creating this flavorful chili effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on low
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 25g