Easy, no-fuss crockpot chicken recipes like this white chicken chili leave you with more time in your day and allow you to eat a delicious, healthy meal in the process. White chili is also a refreshing change of pace from tomato-based chilis, like the Blue Ribbon Chili in my cookbook and this top-rated Healthy Turkey Chili. This a beautiful dump-and-go crockpot chili recipe (like this Crock Pot Chicken and Rice). Simply add the ingredients to your crockpot, set a timer, and come back after a long workday to an ultra-cozy bowl of delicious crockpot white chicken chili.
How to Make White Chicken Chili
This is the BEST white chicken chili recipe for the crockpot. Whether served for a quiet weeknight family dinner or for a crowd at your next game day party, it’s easy, healthy, and delicious!
The Ingredients
Chicken Breasts. Lean, juicy, and tender, family-friendly chicken is the traditional choice for white chili recipes.White Beans. Add additional protein and texture to this dish. Great Northern, cannellini, or white kidney beans all work well.
Chicken Stock. To better control the seasoning, I always opt for reduced-sodium chicken stock for soup and chili recipes (like this Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup).
Garlic + Onion. For zip, zing, and a little bite. When time allows, I like to saute the onion to mellow it out before adding it to the crock pot, but you can dump-and-go if that’s your speed.Green Chiles. Keep this white chicken chili family-friendly—providing the flavor of chili peppers without adding a ton of heat. It’s also the key ingredient in Chile Verde Pork.
Cumin + Oregano. A classic spice duo for chili (as seen in this Whole30 Chili) that amps up the yum factor.Cayenne. For a little extra kick (add more to taste).Cilantro. For color and liveliness. If you’re one of those cilantro haters, feel free to omit.Lime. For a blast of citrus and acidity to balance the rich texture of the chili and wake everything up.
The Directions
Storage Tips
To Store. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 daysTo Freeze. Place chili in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container and freeze for up to 2 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.To Reheat. Warm the chili in the microwave or on the stovetop until steaming.
More Chili Recipes
Instant Pot Paleo Chili – This Instant Pot chili recipe is the fastest way to make a Paleo-friendly, rich, hearty, and healthy chili with ground beef and sweet potatoes.Green Chili Recipe – If you want a already spicy chili then try this one.Vegetarian Chili Recipe – This thick, hearty vegetarian chili is award winning quality! Packed with sweet potato, beans, and veggies, it’s healthy and extra filling.
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
Crockpot. Needed if you want to prepare this recipe as a slow cooker white chicken chili.Stockpot. A stockpot is ideal for making a white chicken chili (stovetop).Immersion Blender. Not just for chili, but also for pureed soups like this Curried Carrot Soup.
Dinner is done. That’s one more thing off the ol’ checklist! Unlike other recipes (think Pioneer Woman white chicken chili), this white chili is made of light ingredients and without cream cheese, heavy cream, milk, or sour cream (unless used as a topping). If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can place a few ladlefuls in a food processor or blender (or if need be, a potato masher). Start with 2 cups and add more later to reach your desired thickness.
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