• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Appetizers
  • Desserts
  • Entrees
  • Side Dishes
  • Snacks
  • Contact Us

The Lazy Slow Cooker

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Appetizers
  • Desserts
  • Entrees
  • Side Dishes
  • Snacks
  • Contact Us
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Appetizers
    • Desserts
    • Entrees
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Contact Us
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Entrees

    Published: Sep 18, 2021 · Modified: Sep 17, 2021 · By Susan

    Lazy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Email
    • Print
    a white bowl filled with dairy free chicken chili garnished with lime wedges and chips
    a white bowl filled with dairy free chicken chili garnished with lime wedges and chips
    Jump to Recipe

    Slow cooker white chicken chili is an easy and flavorful meal that is perfect any day of the week. Tender chicken with beans and corn in a flavorful, dairy-free sauce.

    A side view of chicken chili with fresh cilantro, lime and chip on the side

    This is one of those easy slow cooker recipes that somehow manages to be light and hearty at the same time. It is filling but doesn't leave you feeling weighed down. All while delivering tons of flavor.

    Another amazing feature of this dish: it is super customizable. Are you a fan of spice? You can dial this one up. Or down - if you aren't a fan. It is dairy-free as written, but if you want to make it creamy, just add some cream cheese. Do you prefer navy beans to cannellini? Go ahead and make the swap.

    Bottom line: This is one of those easy dinners that you will want to add to your regular rotation

    Jump to:
    • 📝Shopping List
    • 🥣Instructions
    • 🍽Serving suggestions
    • Storing leftovers
    • 😉Hints & hacks
    • ❓FAQ
    • 📖 Recipe

    📝Shopping List

    All white chicken chili ingredients with labels


    To make this easy recipe you will need:

    • Chicken - boneless, skinless breasts are easiest but it can be made with boneless skinless chicken thighs as well
    • Chicken stock
    • White beans - cannellini, great northern beans, or small white beans all work perfectly
    • Frozen corn kernels
    • White or red onion - chopped
    • Canned green chilies - chopped. Choose the heat level of your preference. We use mild.
    • Canned or fresh jalapenos - diced
    • Garlic - minced
    • Ground cumin
    • Chili powder
    • Salsa verde
    • Cilantro - fresh, chopped
    • Cayenne pepper - optional. Can be added for extra heat.

    Exact quantities can be found in the recipe below.

    🥣Instructions

    The best part of this hearty chili is that it is a true "dump and go" recipe. All ingredients are added to your slow cooker at the same time - other than the salsa verde.

    All ingredients in slow cooker with chicken stock being poured on top

    After the chicken is cooked through, you will need to shred it.

    shredded chicen on a plate

    Next, add in the salsa verde and stir to mix with the rest of the ingredients. Voila - your crockpot white chicken chili is ready to eat!

    Hint: The best way to confirm that your chicken is fully cooked through is to use a meat thermometer.

    🍽Serving suggestions

    White chili is great served so many ways! It is wonderful when served with rice, riced cauliflower, or mashed cauliflower.

    Topping choices are endless, so don't hold back. Some of my favorite toppings are:

    • a squeeze of lime (with some fresh lime wedges on the side)
    • a dollop of fresh sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
    • fresh avocado
    • shredded pepper Jack cheese
    • fresh cilantro
    • sliced green onion
    Looking down on a square bowl of chicken chili topped with a fresh cilantro leave with lime wedges and tortilla chips

    Storing leftovers

    I love making a big batch of this because it makes wonderful leftovers. They can be stored in airtight containers or bags. Leftovers will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator or 4-6 months in the freezer.

    An oval slow cooker filled with chicken chili and a white spoon

    😉Hints & hacks

    1. To thicken up your chili, use the back of a spoon or fork to mash some of the beans. You can even remove some of the beans and give then a quick whirl in a blender. When you stir them back in, the dish will really thicken up!
    2. I always suggest the use of a slow cooker liner for easy clean up. I like to buy mine in bulk for a cheaper per-piece price.
    3. In the market for a new crock pot? I love mine!
    4. Are you a fan of spicy food? As written, this recipe is very mild. To dial up the heat, you can add extra diced jalapeño, toss in some cayenne pepper, use hot chili peppers or top with some red pepper flakes.
    White chicken chili on a spoon held close to the camera with a post of the same in the background

    ❓FAQ

    How can I avoid overcooking chicken in the slow cooker?

    Chicken breasts, in particular, can go from done to overdone (dry and rubbery) very quickly. Dishes that mix smaller pieces or shreds, such as this one, are very forgiving and often can compensate for this problem. This best way, however, is to use a meat thermometer. Chicken is safe to eat once it reaches an internal temperature of 165º. Monitoring chicken and removing it from the heat as soon as it hits that temperature is the best way to keep it from drying out.

    What is the best way to shred chicken?

    There is a lot of debate over the best way to shred chicken breasts. I am lazy and don't like to wash extra dishes so I usually use two forks. Potato mashers and handheld mixers are two other popular ways to easily shred chicken.

    More great crockpot chicken recipes

    • looking down on chicken in a lettuce bowl
      Lazy Slow Cooker Chicken Lettuce Wraps
    • Close up of finished dish topped with chopped parsley
      Lazy Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Tenders
    • Chicken, peppers, sour cream and guacamole laying on top of a flour tortilla
      Lazy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
    • Chicken tortilla soup in a round black bowl garnished with green cilantro, a wedge of lime and some toasted tortilla strips
      Lazy Chicken Tortilla Soup

    📖 Recipe

    A side view of chicken chili with fresh cilantro, lime and chip on the side

    Lazy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Recipe

    Slow cooker white chicken chili is an easy and flavorful meal that is perfect any day of the week. Tender shredded chicken with beans and corn in a flavorful, dairy free sauce.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Pin Rate Save Saved!
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 6 hours hours
    shred chicken before serving: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 6 hours hours 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 425kcal
    Author: The Lazy slow cooker
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Equipment

    • 6 qt slow cooker
    • measuring spoons and cups
    • slow cooker liner (optional)
    • meat thermometer

    Ingredients

    • 1½ - 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast
    • 2 15.5 oz. cans white beans of choice small white beans and cannellini beans are great choices
    • 2 cups chicken stock
    • 1½ cups corn kernels I use frozen, If using from a can, drain first
    • 1 cup onion, chopped
    • 7oz. can diced chili mild or hot, depending on your preference. canned or fresh
    • 1 tbsp. diced jalapeno or more if you like more heat!
    • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
    • 1½ teaspoon cumin, ground
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • ¼+ cup cilantro, fresh chopped
    • 1 cup salsa verde
    • non-stick spray
    • cayenne powder (optional) add in after cooking to dial up the heat

    Instructions

    • spray slow cooker with non-stick spray or olive oil if not using a liner
    • Add all ingredients to slow cooker, except salsa verde
    • cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours
    • confirm that chicken is finished cooking by using a meat thermometer to make sure internal temperature reaches 165°
    • Any time after chicken is fully cooked, remove from slow cooker and shred
    • remove some of the bean from slow cooker and mash or blend to help thicken dish
    • return mashed beans and shredded chicken to slow cooker
    • add salsa verde to contents in slow cooker and stir to combine
    • cover and continue to heat on low or warm until ready to serve

    Notes

    Topping suggestions:
    avocado, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, fresh cilantro, fresh sliced jalapeno, sour cream and crushed tortilla chips.  
    Note:
    Want to make this spicier?  Stir in some chopped, fresh jalapeños or use hot chili’s rather than mild. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 172mg | Sodium: 1341mg | Potassium: 1414mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 694IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

    Follow me on Facebook

    Latest on Instagram:

    6 different images taken directly from instagram with 6 recipes that were posted there

    Have you tried this recipe? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!! 💗

    Close up of beef stroganoff with mushrooms and pasta

    Subscribe To Our Newsletter

    I'M IN!! SIGN ME UP FOR OCCASIONAL EMAILS FROM THE LAZY SLOW COOKER!

    You have Successfully Subscribed!

    More Chicken

    • peach balsamic chicken in a white bowl with a peach and some rolls
      Slow Cooker Balsamic Peach Chicken
    • Slow Cooker Tomato Balsamic Chicken
    • Slow cooker rosemary ranch chicken and noodles on a plate.
      Slow Cooker Rosemary Ranch Chicken and Noodles
    • Tortellini and shredded chicken in a red sauce in a round bowl.
      Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Email
    • Print

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. Ellen says

      September 18, 2021 at 11:32 am

      5 stars
      Wonderful and easy meal.

      Reply

    Primary Sidebar

    photo of Lazy Susan - The Lazy Slow Cooker

    Welcome to The Lazy Slow Cooker. I am so happy you are here! My name is Susan (yep - I am Lazy Susan!) and I am the recipe developer/blogger behind these posts. I am the mom of three amazing but super busy kids and the wife of one awesome and also super busy guy. All 5 of us have very different schedules and I would not survive mealtime without my crockpot. Read More…

    Popular Posts

    • Yankee roast and veggies in a black bowl
      Slow Cooker Yankee Pot Roast
    • a black round bowl filled with a cheesy combo of kielbasa and potatoes
      Slow Cooker Kielbasa & Potato Casserole
    • Finished dish on a plate with chopsticks
      Slow Cooker Mandarin Orange Chicken
    • A round plate of baba ghanoush with carrots, celery and pita on the side
      Lazy Slow Cooker Baba Ghanoush

    Subscribe To Our Newsletter

    You have Successfully Subscribed!

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    SEEN ON

    as seen on promo graphic

    SEEN ON

    as seen on promo graphic

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2022 The Lazy Slow Cooker, LLC