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6 Amazing Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Secrets

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
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This slow cooker white chicken chili recipe creates a creamy, comforting soup perfect for simmering all day. Let your slow cooker do the work for a flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional, for creaminess)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts, cannellini beans, great northern beans, green chiles, and onion into the slow cooker.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
  3. Stir in the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  6. If using, stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half until fully incorporated.
  7. Stir well and let it heat through for about 10 minutes before serving.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder with the other spices.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, mash about 1/2 cup of the beans against the side of the slow cooker before shredding the chicken.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded Monterey Jack cheese or a dollop of sour cream.

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