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Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili

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A comforting and creamy white chicken chili slow-cooked to tender perfection with green chiles and cream cheese, perfect for cold nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, mild or medium heat
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, avocado slices

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, drained beans, and diced green chiles on top of the chicken.
  4. Sprinkle cumin, oregano, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper evenly over the ingredients.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, covering everything but leaving some space at the top.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  7. Remove chicken pieces and shred with two forks.
  8. Stir softened cream cheese into the crockpot until fully melted and incorporated.
  9. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir to combine. Heat through for 10 to 15 minutes on LOW.
  10. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Add hot sauce or extra jalapeños for more heat if desired.
  11. Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheddar, cilantro, avocado, or sour cream.

Notes

Rinse beans to reduce sodium and prevent cloudy broth. Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Shred chicken before adding cream cheese for best texture. If chili is too thick after adding cream cheese, stir in a splash of broth or water. Can be made in a Dutch oven with careful monitoring. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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