Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe
This Crockpot White Chicken Chili is warm, creamy, and packed with bold flavors. It’s like regular chili’s more sophisticated cousin—still comforting but with extra flair. Tender shredded chicken, white beans, and green chilies swim in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s low effort, high reward, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Just toss everything in, walk away, and let the slow cooker do the work. Serve it with tortilla chips, avocado, or a big spoonful of sour cream. Make extra—someone will ask for seconds before you’ve even had your first bite.
Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe
A hearty, creamy, and slightly spicy white chicken chili made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 15 oz can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 4 oz can diced green chilies
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for a lighter version
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For Serving:
- Chopped cilantro avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips
Instructions
Step 1: Assemble & Dump
- Place chicken, diced onion, garlic, white beans, green chilies, and broth into the crockpot.
- Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2: Cook Low & Slow
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
Step 3: Shred & Stir
- Remove the chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, Monterey Jack cheese, and lime juice.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Ladle into bowls and top with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Grab some tortilla chips and dig in!
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~350
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 25%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin A: 12%
- Potassium: 15%
- Magnesium: 8%
Pro Tips for the Best White Chicken Chili
- Use rotisserie chicken if you’re short on time.
- Swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt to lighten it up.
- Add a jalapeño if you want more heat.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving—the flavors get even better.
- Make extra. You’ll regret it if you don’t.
