Crock Pot White Chicken Chili

Get ready to indulge in a flavorful bowl of crock pot white chicken chili, a creamy and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy winter night.

This slow cooker recipe combines tender chicken, hearty beans, and a tangy burst of green chiles, all simmered to perfection in a rich chicken broth. Whether you’re meal planning or simply craving a warm, hearty chili, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Hearty and Filling: Packed with white beans, pinto beans, and Monterey Jack cheese, this chili is not only flavorful but also incredibly satisfying.
• Ultimate Comfort Food: The creamy broth and tender chicken create an epically delicious bowl of chili that warms you up from the inside out.
• Easy Prep: This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Just toss everything in the crockpot and let it do the hard work for you.
• Customizable: With simple ingredients like shredded chicken, cannellini beans, and green chiles, you can easily adjust the flavors and spice level to suit your taste buds.
• Freezer-Friendly: Make a big batch, and you’ll have a great meal ready for those hectic days. It keeps well in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or can be frozen for longer storage.

Chili is one of those dishes that is always comforting and always easy. It is also easy to change up a bit and make it a little different once in a while.

Ingredients for slow cooker white chicken chili

• Boneless, skinless cooked chicken, cut into bite-size pieces
• Low sodium chicken broth
• White onion diced
• Celery stalk diced
• Minced garlic cloves
• Salsa verde
• Jalapeño seeded and diced
• Cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• Pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• Ground cumin
• Dried oregano
• Red pepper
• Black pepper, salt
• Shredded Monterey jack cheese
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnishing if desired

Equipment and kitchen tools

• Slow cooker or crockpot
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Ladle

How to make white chili

Step 1 – Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker, EXCEPT for the cheese.

Step 2 – Cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.

Step 3 – Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.

Step 4 – Serve topped with additional cheese, sour cream, and/or chopped cilantro, if desired.

Tips for the Best Results

• Pre-shred cheese: Shred the cheese ahead of time (and cilantro too) so that the toppings are ready when you are. Sometimes I chop a bit of onion for topping too.
• Use Rotisserie Chicken: For a quick shortcut, grab a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. Shred the chicken with a couple of forks and toss it into the slow cooker for an even easier meal.
• Perfectly Creamy Texture: Stir in the Monterey Jack cheese at the end of cooking to create a smooth, creamy chili. For extra richness, you can also add a dollop of sour cream or a splash of heavy cream.
• Customize the Heat: If you like a little kick in your chili, add an extra jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper. For a milder version, reduce the amount of chili powder or leave out the jalapeño seeds.
• Serve with Toppings: Elevate your bowl of chili with your favorite toppings, like crunchy tortilla chips, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or cheddar cheese. The tangy, bright green chiles pair perfectly with these garnishes.
• Pre-chop veggies: Chop the celery and onions earlier in the day (or week) and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. It saves time if you can meal plan and do this just once during the week for all of your meals.

Substitutions and Variations for Crockpot White Chicken Chili

• Beans: Swap out the cannellini beans for great northern beans or black beans. If you’re out of pinto beans, kidney beans or white kidney beans are great alternatives.
• Cheese: Monterey Jack cheese is ideal for a creamy finish, but you can also use pepper jack cheese for a spicier kick or cheddar cheese for a more classic chili flavor.
• Chicken: If you prefer dark meat, chicken thighs work beautifully in this recipe, adding a richer flavor. Boneless skinless chicken breasts or ground chicken are also great options.
• Toppings: Serve with your favorite toppings, such as chopped green onions, chopped bell pepper, fresh jalapenos, avocado slices, and red pepper flakes (for an extra kick).
• Serve: Serve with tortilla chips or crackers. This chili also goes great with cornbread. 

FAQs About This Recipe

More Hearty Chili Recipes

If you like this recipe, be sure to check out:

• Traditional Chili Recipe – A delicious red chili with chicken that is low in WW points but no one will even know! This recipe made with pinto and kidney beans has been saved over 80,000 times on Pinterest so check it out. 
• Stovetop White Chicken Chili Recipe – A great version when you have less time to get dinner on the table and also very low in points. 
• Easy Cornbread from Scratch – If you have never made cornbread from scratch, try this simple recipe. 

This recipe just takes a few ingredients. Most of the items are from your pantry. 

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