Description
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker white chicken chili made with tender shredded chicken, beans, and warm spices. Perfect for cozy nights and easy meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings:
- Shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced jalapeños
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- 1. Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- 2. Add beans, diced green chiles, onion, and garlic.
- 3. Sprinkle cumin, oregano, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
- 4. Pour chicken broth over ingredients.
- 5. Season with salt and pepper.
- 6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- 7. Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
- 8. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir.
- 9. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 10. Adjust consistency with more broth if needed or mash some beans to thicken.
- 11. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
Use low-sodium broth to control salt. Add lime juice before serving for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 300-400
- Sugar: Approx. 2-4g
- Sodium: Approx. 500-800mg
- Fat: Approx. 8-15g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 25-35g
- Fiber: Approx. 6-10g
- Protein: Approx. 30-40g