Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Made with tender chicken, beans, corn, and a blend of spices, it’s a comforting meal that the whole family will love. The creamy texture from the cream cheese adds a delicious twist to traditional chili.
Ingredients
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Chicken Chili:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15 oz) can corn (drained)
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- juice of 1 lime
Optional Toppings:
- shredded cheese
- sour cream
- avocado
- cilantro
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker: Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, white beans, chicken broth, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cook the chili: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken: Remove chicken, shred, and return to the slow cooker. Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
- Finish and serve: Allow to cook for the remaining time, then stir in lime juice before serving. Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
- This chili can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
- You can substitute rotisserie chicken and reduce the cook time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg