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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

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LIZ DELLA CROCE

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This hearty, slow cooker white chicken chili combines chicken, white beans, green chilis and all of your favorite Mexican spices into a delicious, protein-packed dinner – perfect for busy weeknights.

Garnishing white chicken chili with lime juice.

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. I use my slow cooker so often, I actually have two of them on hand in case one is dirty. Easy, delicious, and made with the traditional flavors my family loves, they don’t even realize these recipes are good for them, too! My Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is a favorite year round, but especially come the fall when the weather starts to chill.

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast: Leftover shredded chicken, like a rotisserie chicken, works great! But you can also use frozen or thawed chicken breasts and shred them once they’re cooked.
  • Chicken broth: Makes for a flavorful and robust base for the chili.
  • Onion: A white onion adds mild onion flavor without over powering the dish.
  • Beans: You can use either great northern beans or cannellini beans as the white bean in this chili.
  • Salsa verde: A quick way to add a ton of flavor to the chili is to use store-bought salsa verde.
  • Green chiles: Adds great peppery flavor without making the chili spicy.
  • Cumin: Adds warm, earthy, spice to the chili.
  • Smoked paprika: I like to use smoked paprika to the added smoky, sweet flavor it adds.
  • Oregano: Dried oregano adds a bit of earthy, woodsy flavor.
  • Cayenne: Gives the chili the much needed kick of heat!

How to Make Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Start your slow cooker white chicken chili by adding the diced onion, shredded chicken, salsa verde, and green chiles to the bowl of your slow cooker.

Next add your chicken stock or broth to the pot.

Pour in your drained and rinsed white beans.

Then add the cumin, cayenne, and smoked paprika.

Along with the dried oregano and some salt and pepper to taste.

Stir everything together until evenly combined, then put on the lid and let cook on low for 8 hours.

Once cooked, serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy your Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili!

Easy Substitutions

  • Swap the chicken. If you’re looking for a way to use up any leftover turkey, you could easily make this a turkey chili instead!
  • Add more veggies. Try tossing in some frozen corn the last ten minutes, try adding some chopped bell peppers, or mix in additional types of beans.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What toppings should I put on my white chicken chili?

Feel free to experiment with toppings! A few of my favorites include: shredded cheese, sliced avocado, jalapeños, plain yogurt or sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, lime juice, and fresh cilantro.

What do I do if my chili is too watery?

You might not have enough beans! Beans are great in chili because they release starch that helps to thicken the stew. Alternatively, you could stir in a small scoop of cornstarch or flour.

Can you freeze chili?

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.
Slow cooker white chicken chili and tortilla chips.

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Liz eating slow cooker white chicken chili.

If you need an easy set it and forget it recipe this week, then look no further than my Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili. I’m sure your whole family will love it!

Your spoon is waiting.

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

4.34 stars average
This easy slow cooker chili combines chicken, white beans, diced green chilis, and all of your favorite Mexican spices into a delicious, protein-packed dinner – perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Serves8
CourseSoup
Calories217

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 chiles
  • 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
 

  1. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker and heat on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
  2. Serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 30.7gProtein: 20.6gFat: 1.9gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.4gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 1189mgFiber: 8.6gSugar: 5.4g

Liz’s Notes

Will last in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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53 responses to “Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili”

  1. Tina @ My Life as a Mrs Avatar
    Tina @ My Life as a Mrs

    Crockpot & Soup are two loves of mine… done & done.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Right? Done and done. PS Pass the tacos.

  2. Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog Avatar
    Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog

    YUM, love a quick chili that can be made while one is busy with other things, this recipe looks delish!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Quick is my middle name girl!

  3. Aggie Avatar
    Aggie

    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!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Oh man I was in avocado heaven last week!

  4. Ali | Gimme Some Oven Avatar
    Ali | Gimme Some Oven

    Mmm mmm mmm. You’re speakin’ my white chicken chili love language. This looks awesome!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I can’t stop eating Mexican food lately!

  5. Sommer@ASpicyPerspective Avatar
    Sommer@ASpicyPerspective

    Loving all the little people shots in this post. The chili looks divine!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      haha they were going crazy for this soup!!!

  6. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel Avatar
    Rachel @ Baked by Rachel

    I’m SO excited it’s chili and soup season. Can’t wait to try this!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Me too!!! Chili, soup and apples!! Its the best!

  7. Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain Avatar
    Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain

    So glad it’s chili season again!! This looks amazeballs:)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Me too!! I heart chili season!!

  8. Jessica | Saucy Pear Avatar
    Jessica | Saucy Pear

    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!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes exactly!!! Toppings make dinnertime the best!!

  9. Julia Avatar
    Julia

    We make slow cooker chili all the time in the fall/winter. I love the white beans in yours–looks great!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I seriously need to make it more often. So freaking good!

  10. Rebecca {foodie with family} Avatar
    Rebecca {foodie with family}

    Oh Liz. Your food. I love it!! This looks delicious.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      The feeling is mutual!!! What time are you delivering the baklava?