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Irresistible Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe Easy Cream Cheese Comfort

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A creamy, comforting white chicken chili slow-cooked to perfection with cream cheese, white beans, and mild green chilies. Perfect for busy weeknights and cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed (Cannellini or Great Northern)
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, drained white beans, and diced green chilies.
  3. Sprinkle cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the ingredients. Pour in 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth. Stir gently to combine, keeping the chicken mostly covered.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
  5. Remove chicken breasts and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot.
  6. Cut softened cream cheese into cubes and stir into the chili until fully melted and incorporated, thickening the chili.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a splash of chicken broth if chili is too thick.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with toppings like chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, or sliced jalapeños.

Notes

Sauté onions and garlic before adding to crockpot for deeper flavor. Use softened cream cheese for smooth melting. Avoid stirring cream cheese aggressively to prevent clumping. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with plant-based alternative. Can use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breasts. If cream cheese doesn’t melt smoothly, stir gently and avoid high heat at the end.

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