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Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe with Cream Cheese

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A cozy, creamy white chicken chili made easy in the crockpot with tender shredded chicken, white beans, and cream cheese for a velvety texture. Perfect for chilly nights and minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), shredded after cooking
  • 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) great northern or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz / 115 g) diced green chiles, mild or medium heat
  • 3 cups (24 fl oz / 720 ml) low sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, and minced jalapeño. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 5–7 minutes. (Optional step for richer flavor)
  2. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the sautéed onion mixture (or raw if you skipped step 1), drained beans, diced green chiles, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients. Stir gently to combine flavors without shredding the chicken yet.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  5. Remove the chicken breasts and shred with two forks or meat claws. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot.
  6. Cut softened cream cheese into cubes and stir into the chili until melted and creamy. Add a splash of broth or water if the chili is too thick.
  7. Stir in fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

Sautéing the aromatics adds depth but can be skipped for quicker prep. Use low sodium broth to control saltiness. Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth melting. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with vegan cream cheese or coconut cream. Jalapeño is optional for mild heat; add cayenne or chipotle powder for spicier versions. Leftovers taste better after a day. Freeze up to 3 months, stirring well when reheating to recombine cream cheese.

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