Classic Crockpot Healthy White Chicken Chili
This classic crockpot white chicken chili is a wholesome and comforting meal, combining tender chicken, hearty beans, and flavorful spices in a slow-cooked dish.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless Chicken Breast or Thighs
- 2 (15-ounce) cans Cannellini Beans (White Kidney Beans) rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can Great Northern Beans rinsed and drained
- 1.5 cups Frozen or Canned Corn
- 1 (4-ounce) can Diced Green Chiles undrained
- 4 cups low-sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 3-4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Chili Powder white chili style, if available, or regular chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Dried Oregano
- Cayenne Pepper Pinch (optional)
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Creaminess
- 4 oz light Cream Cheese
- 0.5 cup plain Greek Yogurt
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro
- avocado
- shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- lime
- jalapeños
- tortilla strips
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add rinsed and drained cannellini and Great Northern beans, corn, undrained diced green chiles, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
- Pour chicken broth over ingredients, then sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, and optional cayenne pepper, seasoning generously with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and easy to shred.
- Remove cooked chicken from the slow cooker, shred with two forks, and return it to the pot.
Finishing Touches
- Stir in cubed cream cheese until melted and incorporated, or stir in Greek yogurt just before serving to prevent curdling.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or cumin to your preference.
- Ladle into bowls and serve with your favorite garnishes.
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a fresh jalapeño to the crockpot.