This creamy, cozy Crockpot White Chicken Chili is perfect for busy nights. Ten minutes of prep, a handful of pantry staples, and your slow cooker does the rest—leaving you with a satisfying, family-friendly dinner that's even better the next day.
1.5poundschicken breasts or thighstrimmed of excess fat
2canswhite beansdrained and rinsed
1oniondiced
3clovesgarlicminced
1canmild green chiles
3cupschicken broth
Optional Flavor Boosts
1tspground cumin
1/2tsporegano
1/4tspchili powderoptional
1/4cupsour cream or cream cheeseadd at end
Toppings (optional)
shredded cheese
fresh cilantrochopped
lime wedges
avocado slices
Instructions
Place the chicken in the bottom of the crockpot.
Add beans, onion, garlic, green chiles, cumin, oregano, and chili powder.
Pour chicken broth over all ingredients and stir gently to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks and stir to mix.
Stir in cream cheese, sour cream, or half-and-half for creaminess. Let it melt in before serving.
Serve hot with desired toppings like cheese, cilantro, avocado, and lime.
Notes
To make it spicier, add jalapeños or red pepper flakes. For a vegetarian version, swap chicken with more beans or cauliflower. Freeze leftovers for easy future meals.