This hearty, slow cooker chili combines chicken, white beans, green chilis and all of your favorite Mexican spices into a delicious, protein-packed dinner – perfect for busy weeknights.
I love to have at least one slow cooker recipe on my meal plan for the week. Whether I have a busy day or even a slow day honestly, it’s so easy to combine flavorful and healthy ingredients and let it cook throughout the day. The aroma that fills your home throughout the day is a welcome treat knowing the work of making dinner is already complete.
I use my slow cooker so often, I actually have two of them on hand in case one is dirty. You can buy my favorite 8-quart slow cooker here. Easy and delicious, a few of my favorite recipes include Slow Cooker Caldo de Pollo, Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore, and Easy Slow Cooker Beef Chili. Made with the traditional flavors my family loves, they don’t even realize these recipes are good for them, too!
To make this Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili, start by chopping all your vegetables. Next, drain and rinse your beans, and place all of the ingredients into your slow cooker. Then, set the temperature to low and cook for eight hours. Or, if you’re in a hurry, turn the heat to high, and let the chili cook for four hours.
Meal Prep Tip:
Feeding up to eight people, this White Chicken Chili makes a very large portion. Luckily, it lasts for up to five days in the refrigerator and for up to 3 months in the freezer. To save time, be sure to keep leftovers stored in airtight containers, and pop them in the microwave as needed. Even better, double the recipe and place it in the freezer for those cold nights when you need an easy meal.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What should I serve with White Chicken Chili?
I recommend serving tortilla chips or crusty bread on the side. Also, feel free to experiment with toppings! A few of my favorites include cheese, avocado, plain yogurt, and cilantro.
Can I substitute the beans in White Chicken Chili?
True to its name, traditional White Chicken Chili is made with white beans. However, you can use any bean you prefer. Or, leave them out entirely if you prefer.
How can I thicken White Chicken Chili?
If you’re White Chicken Chili turns out a bit too runny, simply combine water and cornstarch in a separate bowl until it forms a paste. Make sure there are no lumps in the mixture. Then, slowly add it to the chili and bring the dish to a boil. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, and you will be left with thick and hearty White Chicken Chili.
Is White Chicken Chili gluten-free?
Yes, White Chicken Chili is gluten-free and allergy-friendly.
What’s the best way to freeze chili?
Chili will stay good frozen for up to three months. Vacuum sealing is ideal for freezing liquids but if you don’t have that available, you can simply freeze in a resealable plastic bag laid flat in the freezer.
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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces shredded chicken breast (such as rotisserie)
- 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 14-ounce cans white beans (drained and rinsed )
- 16 ounces salsa verde
- 2 4-ounce cans chopped green chills
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
- avocado, cilantro, scallions, plain yogurt, lime wedges (optional toppings)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a slow cooker and heat on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
- Serve with optional toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
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I cannot get enough crockpot recipes! Love this!
Me neither Erica!!
My guys would love this soup!
They sure would Miss!! Thanks so much!
Totally love everything about this! Especially that it makes a big batch!!
Yes girl!!! Perfect for feeding a crowd!
Turkey chili is one of my favorites but I’ve never done it slow-cooker style with chicken. I gotta try this and add a little sofrito too!
Thank you!!
oooo love the idea of adding sofrito!
I don’t see fire roasted tomatoes listed in the white bean chicken chili recipe ingredients as mentioned in the description. Are they in the salsa verde? Recipe sounds delish!
Oops!! I left them out by mistake but the recipe has been updated. I hope you enjoy them!!!
It looks like there are tomatoes in the chili in the picture but not in the recipe. Also does this not have any chicken broth?
My goodness Marcia – forgive me for leaving those items out of the ingredient list!! I apparently need more coffee. It has been updated accurately – many apologies.
OMG all the ingredients in this sound amazing and it looks great! Looks like a crowd pleaser!
I hope you try it Sophia!
Oh yes–bring on the slow cooker recipes! Such a life-saver. :) This looks delish!
Cheers to slow cooker season!
This looks so so good. Slow cooker is coming out of hiding for this.
Yay I hope you like it Norma!
Such tasty comfort food! I love that you made it in the slow cooker!
Crockpot & Soup are two loves of mine… done & done.
Right? Done and done. PS Pass the tacos.
YUM, love a quick chili that can be made while one is busy with other things, this recipe looks delish!
Quick is my middle name girl!
Um, yes please. You know I love this!! Slow cooker chili is the best. Looks delicious Liz…especially with that avocado and cilantro on top!
Oh man I was in avocado heaven last week!
Mmm mmm mmm. You’re speakin’ my white chicken chili love language. This looks awesome!!
I can’t stop eating Mexican food lately!
Loving all the little people shots in this post. The chili looks divine!!
haha they were going crazy for this soup!!!
I’m SO excited it’s chili and soup season. Can’t wait to try this!!
Me too!!! Chili, soup and apples!! Its the best!
So glad it’s chili season again!! This looks amazeballs:)
Me too!! I heart chili season!!
The slow cooker saves the day again! And it’s extra good when everyone can make the meal their own by loading it with toppings (seriously, who doesn’t love toppings of any sort?!).
Thanks for this weekday life-saver!
Yes exactly!!! Toppings make dinnertime the best!!
We make slow cooker chili all the time in the fall/winter. I love the white beans in yours–looks great!
I seriously need to make it more often. So freaking good!
Oh Liz. Your food. I love it!! This looks delicious.
The feeling is mutual!!! What time are you delivering the baklava?