Crockpot White Chicken Chili

Jump start your week with this scrumptious, easy slow cooker white chicken chili! With just 8 simple ingredients and less than 10 minutes of prep - you're on your way to a cozy meal. Let your crockpot do all the work, leaving you with a hearty, warming dinner. You'll love very bite!

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It's The Best White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe!

• It's super easy. This is intended to be an easy chili recipe, so I used a seasoning packet and as minimal ingredients as possible - without sacrificing flavor. With that said, this chili is easily customizable if you've got more time. You can even make your own homemade seasoning pack - quite easily (see the ingredient list below or recipe card for more details).
• Best flavor. For such few ingredients, you will LOVE the flavor this chili has - it's got spice customized to your level, tender chicken, beans, and a sweetness from the corn.
• Healthy. This chili is low in fat and calories. Additional veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, and bell peppers can be added to make it even more nutritious. See my notes under the Substitution and Variation section below.

Crockpot White Chili Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this slow cooker white chicken chili:

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: I used a yellow onion, but white or red onions may be used. Red will lend a sweeter taste. Substitute 1 tablespoon of dried minced onion or 1 teaspoon of onion powder.
• Frozen Onion: I use frozen onion as it cooks faster than fresh - and it keeps this a true dump-and-go recipe. You can use fresh, but you'll need to dice very small and microwave the onion in a couple tablespoons of water to soften prior to adding.
• White Beans: use any white bean - cannelloni, navy bean, great Northern, etc.
• Diced Green Chiles: use mild or hot depending upon your taste preferences.
• White Shoepeg Corn: the white corn adds sweetness and makes the chili even more chunky.
• White Chicken Chili Seasoning: use a store-bought packet or make this homemade recipe from my sister site Seeking Good Eats - it's quite easy and healthy!
• (Optional) Softened Cream Cheese: add this at the end to make this a creamy chili
• (Optional) Lime Juice: lime juice adds a nice balancing tang to this recipe that I just love.
• For Serving: sour cream, lime wedges, fresh cilantro, white cheese such as jack, mozzarella, queso fresco.

For exact ingredient quantities, please see the recipe card below!

Substitutions and Variations

Here are some suggestions for customizing your slow cooker white chicken chili:

• Make it spicy by adding hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper or using a spicy barbecue sauce.
• Make it creamy crockpot white chicken chili with cream cheese! Be sure that the cream cheese is VERY soft. I soften it in the microwave. You can also use sour cream or Greek yogurt instead of, or in combination with, cream cheese.
• Add up to 2 cups of veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, and bell peppers. Keep in mind you may need to adjust the seasoning after cooking. Adding vegetables will increase the liquid in the pot, making the chili runnier, so you may need to thicken it.
• Boost the flavors and balance it with the tang from lime juice.
• Add freshness after cooking by stirring in sliced green onions or freshly chopped cilantro.
• I purposely used very little liquid so that this chili is thicker. If its too thick

How To Make Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Here's how to make this easy slow cooker shredded chicken recipe:

1. Add all ingredients to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
2. Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours or until the chicken is cooked through.
3. If using, add softened cream cheese to the chili. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish as desired.

What To Serve with Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

• Serve white chicken chili with crackers, cornbread, warmed tortillas, or tortilla chips.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, olives, chives, and diced tomatoes. Shredded cheese is a great topper, as well as sour cream or Greek yogurt.
• Meal idea! Serve this chili with a tossed green salad and a favorite dressing and corn muffins, warmed tortillas, or tortilla chips. For dessert serve Crockpot Apple Crisp!

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