Description
Craving a hearty, creamy dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy evenings? Look no further than this White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese recipe! Made with simple ingredients like tender chicken, white beans, corn, and flavorful spices, this dish comes together in the slow cooker with minimal effort. The addition of cream cheese creates a rich, velvety texture, making this chili a comforting family favorite.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, cilantro, diced avocado, lime wedges
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts, white beans, corn, green chiles, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Add Cream Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, add cubed cream cheese to the slow cooker and stir occasionally until fully melted and incorporated.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheese, cilantro, diced avocado, and lime wedges as desired.
Notes
Spicy Version: Add more chili powder or diced jalapeños for extra heat.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Thickening: If the chili becomes too thick after refrigeration, simply add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
