Description

This Crockpot White Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish made easy with simple ingredients and minimal prep. Tender chicken breasts simmer with white beans, corn, green chiles, and aromatic spices in a creamy broth, finished with sour cream and melted Monterey Jack cheese for a rich, satisfying meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein and Beans

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Dairy

4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Spices and Garnish

1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the crockpot: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker as the base of your dish.
Add other ingredients: Pour in the drained white beans, corn, diced green chiles, diced onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Sprinkle the cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper evenly over the top.
Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Shred the chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the crockpot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back into the crockpot and stir to combine.
Add creamy elements: Stir in the sour cream and shredded Monterey Jack cheese into the chili, allowing the cheese to melt and the mixture to become creamy.
Serve and garnish: Serve the chili hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of fresh flavor.

Notes

Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content if desired.
For a spicier chili, add diced jalapeños or extra green chiles.
Sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
Garnish with avocado slices, lime wedges, or tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
This recipe is great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker/Crockpot
Cuisine: American Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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