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Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe - Cozy, Creamy, and Easy

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans great Northern beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies, mild or hot
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional for heat)
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (plus extra lime wedges for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional toppings: shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese, avocado slices, crushed tortilla chips

Method
 

  1. Prep the base: Add onion, garlic, jalapeño (if using), beans, green chilies, and corn to the crockpot. Pour in chicken broth.
  2. Season well: Stir in cumin, coriander, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning now if you like.
  3. Add the chicken: Nestle the chicken breasts or thighs into the mixture, making sure they’re mostly submerged.
  4. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or on High for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Shred the chicken: Remove chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
  6. Make it creamy: Stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth. Then add the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and lime juice. Heat on Low for another 10–15 minutes. Do not boil after adding dairy.
  7. Adjust and finish: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. If it’s too thick, splash in extra broth. If too thin, let it cook uncovered for 10–15 minutes to reduce.
  8. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with cilantro, cheese, avocado, and tortilla chips. Serve with lime wedges.