Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili (Print version)
Tender chicken, white beans, green chiles, and cream cheese simmer into a cozy slow cooker chili with a smooth, hearty broth.
# Ingredients:
For the chili
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1 1/2 lb (680 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
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2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chiles
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium chicken broth, gluten-free if needed
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
To finish
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8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened and cubed
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional toppings
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Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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Tortilla chips
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Sliced avocado
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Sliced jalapenos
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Extra lime wedges
# Instructions:
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Add the chicken, beans, corn, green chiles, onion, garlic, broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, cayenne if using, salt, and pepper to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir around the chicken.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
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Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or plate. Shred with two forks, then return the chicken to the slow cooker.
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Scoop out about 1 cup of beans and broth. Mash with a fork or blend until creamy, then stir it back into the slow cooker.
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Stir in the softened cream cheese cubes. Cover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the chili is creamy and smooth.
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Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Taste and adjust salt. Serve hot with cheese, tortilla chips, avocado, jalapenos, and lime wedges if desired.
# Good to know:
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Use a 6-quart slow cooker for best results.
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Cook time is based on the low setting.
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For thicker chili, mash more beans before adding cream cheese.