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Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.



Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is an easy low prep meal the whole family will love.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

This hearty chicken chili is the perfect comfort food for cold weather.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

This Crock Pot chili recipe takes about ten minutes to prep and then about four hours of slow cooking time.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

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To make this chicken chili, I started by pouring two cans of drained white beans into a food processor.

I added a cup of chicken broth to the food processor.

white beans and chicken broth in a food processor

I blended the beans and chicken broth together until smooth.

blended white beans and broth mixture in a food processor

I poured some green chiles, diced onions, white beans, corn and minced garlic into my Crock Pot.

diced onions, green chiles, corn, white beans and minced garlic in a crock pot

I added some boneless skinless chicken thighs to the pot.

I also added the blended bean mixture, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper to the pot.

chicken thighs, beans, onions, chicken broth and spices in a crock pot

I placed the lid on the pot and set it to cook on LOW.

I left the chili to cook for about four hours until the chicken was tender.

I used tongs to remove the cooked chicken thighs from the pot and transfer them to a plate.

I used two forks to shred the chicken.

shredded chicken on a plate

I returned the shredded chicken to the Crock Pot.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

I stirred well.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

Then the white chicken chili was ready to serve.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

I ladled my chicken chili into bowls.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

I topped my bowls of chili with sliced avocadoes, limes, jalapenos, sour cream and tortilla chips.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

This comforting bowl of goodness is a perfect blend of tender chicken, creamy white beans, and a medley of savory spices, all simmered to perfection.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting meal on a chilly day or a satisfying option to satisfy your cravings, this white chicken chili is the answer.

If you are looking for a simple and delicious slow cooker chili recipe, then you need to try this Crock Pot White Chicken Chili!

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

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PRINTABLE VERSION OF THE RECIPE CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Crock Pot White Chicken Chili:

  • 4 (15-ounce) cans white beans (Navy beans), drained
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 (7-ounce) cans Ortega green chiles (do not drain)
  • 2 cups diced yellow onion
  • 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 pound chicken thighs (boneless & skinless)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Optional garnishes: sour cream, cilantro, lime, avocado, jalapeños, shredded cheese

How to Make Crock Pot White Chicken Chili:

  1. Add 2 cans of the drained white beans and 1 cup of chicken broth into the bowl of a food processor and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Add green chiles, diced onion, corn, garlic and remaining 2 cans of drained white beans to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the chicken thighs, the blended bean mixture, remaining cup of chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper to the pot.
  4. Cover the crockpot and set it to the low setting to cook for 4-5 hours (or until chicken is tender).
  5. Using tongs, remove the cooked chicken from the crockpot and place it on a cutting board or plate. Shred the chicken with two forks until you have bite-sized pieces.
  6. Transfer the shredded chicken back to the crockpot and stir into the chili.
  7. Optional, you may choose to stir in ½ cup of sour cream into the chili at this stage* see note, but not necessary (this is only if you would like extra richness, but those with dietary concerns can omit this)
  8. Serve the chili by spooning it into bowls and topping with the optional garnishes.
  9. Enjoy!

FAQS:

Can I substitute the chicken thighs for chicken breasts?
Absolutely! Chicken breasts can also be used for this recipe, I just happen to like the texture and extra juiciness of chicken thighs.


Can I use Cannellini beans instead of Navy beans?
Yes, you can substitute Cannellini beans for Navy beans (they both have the same creamy texture when cooked), however, do not use Garbanzo beans.


What is the best way to store leftovers?
Simply put any leftover chili (not including the garnishes) into an airtight container. The chili will keep for up to 4 days.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is a hearty slow cooker dinner recipe loaded with navy beans, chicken thighs, green chiles, corn, onions and spices.

Ingredients

  • 4 (15-ounce) cans white beans (Navy beans), drained
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 (7-ounce) cans Ortega green chiles (do not drain)
  • 2 cups diced yellow onion
  • 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 pound chicken thighs (boneless & skinless)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Optional garnishes: sour cream, cilantro, lime, avocado, jalapeños, shredded cheese

Instructions

    1. Add 2 cans of the drained white beans and 1 cup of chicken broth into the bowl of a food processor and blend until smooth. Set aside.
    2. Add green chiles, diced onion, corn, garlic and remaining 2 cans of drained white beans to the slow cooker.
    3. Add the chicken thighs, the blended bean mixture, remaining cup of chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper to the pot.
    4. Cover the crockpot and set it to the low setting to cook for 4-5 hours (or until chicken is tender).
    5. Using tongs, remove the cooked chicken from the crockpot and place it on a cutting board or plate. Shred the chicken with two forks until you have bite-sized pieces.
    6. Transfer the shredded chicken back to the crockpot and stir into the chili.
    7. Optional, you may choose to stir in ½ cup of sour cream into the chili at this stage* see note, but not necessary (this is only if you would like extra richness, but those with dietary concerns can omit this)
    8. Serve the chili by spooning it into bowls and topping with the optional garnishes.
    9. Enjoy!

Notes

  • If you don’t have low-sodium chicken broth and are using regular chicken broth, then omit the kosher salt in the recipe.
  • Feel free to give your chili more heat by adding in ¼ teaspoon more cayenne pepper or an additional ½ teaspoon chili powder.
  • I find blending some of the beans with the broth before cooking, gives the chili that creamy thick texture, *to enhance the creaminess further you may choose to stir ½ cup of sour cream into the chili before serving
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 537Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 154mgSodium: 462mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 10gSugar: 8gProtein: 39g

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