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Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe Easy and Perfect for Cold Nights

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A warm, comforting, and creamy white chicken chili made in a crockpot, perfect for chilly evenings. It features tender shredded chicken, white beans, and a silky smooth broth with a hint of spice from green chilis.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed (Great Northern or cannellini beans)
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilis (mild or hot)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
  • Fresh lime wedges (for serving)
  • Optional toppings: shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, avocado slices, jalapeño slices, tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken breasts or thighs and pat dry. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, drained white beans, diced green chilis, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder if using, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine, making sure the chicken is submerged.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours (or on high for 3-4 hours, watching liquid levels).
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well.
  5. Soften the cream cheese in a mixing bowl (microwave for 20 seconds if needed). Stir in the sour cream or Greek yogurt until smooth.
  6. Using an immersion blender, blend about one-third of the chili in the crockpot to create a creamy base. Alternatively, puree a cup or two in a blender and stir back in.
  7. Stir the cream cheese mixture into the crockpot until fully combined. Let it heat through for 10-15 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lime juice.
  9. Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and jalapeños if desired.

Notes

If chili is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen. Blending some beans creates a silky smooth texture. Use chicken thighs for more flavor and moisture. Add cream cheese near the end to avoid curdling. Leftovers taste better the next day. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with dairy-free alternatives.

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Keywords: white chicken chili, crockpot chili, slow cooker chili, creamy chili, green chilis, comfort food, easy dinner, cold night recipe

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