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Creamy and Flavorful Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

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  • Author: Jake
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours (on low) or 3-4 hours (on high)
  • Total Time: 6-7 hours (on low) or 3-4 hours (on high)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Description

  • Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili is the perfect meal for cozy nights. Tender chicken, creamy textures, and a medley of spices come together effortlessly in your slow cooker, making it a simple yet satisfying dish everyone will love

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (optional for heat)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for topping)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients:
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Add the white beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, onion, and jalapeño pepper (if using).
  4. Add the Spices and Liquids:
  5. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning, taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the ingredients.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine everything well.
  7. Slow Cook the Chili:
  8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  9. Shred the Chicken:
  10. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the chili and stir to combine.
  11. Serve and Garnish:
  12. Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version of the chili.
  • If you prefer a spicier chili, add more jalapeños or a teaspoon of chili powder.
  • Serve this chili with cornbread, crackers, or tortilla chips for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: ~350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg