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.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time6 hours hrs
shred chicken before serving10 minutes mins
Total Time6 hours hrs 25 minutes mins
Course: Brunch, dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: crockpot chicken chili with salsa verde, Slow cooker chicken chili, slow cooker white chicken chili
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 425kcal
- 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
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
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.
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