White Chicken Chili
A creamy, hearty white chicken chili made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken (breast or thighs) Use fresh or fully thawed chicken.
- 2 cans white beans (Great Northern or cannellini) Draining is best.
- 1 cup corn Optional, for added sweetness.
- 1 jar salsa verde Shortcut hero for flavor.
- 4 ounces cream cheese Can be added cubed if not softened.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin Adjust to taste.
- 1 splash lime juice For flavor before serving.
Toppings
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped To garnish.
- 1 cup cheese, shredded Optional topping.
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed Optional for crunch.
Instructions
Cooking
- Place the boneless chicken, white beans, corn, salsa verde, cream cheese, garlic, onion, and cumin in the crockpot.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6-7 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Before serving, shred the chicken directly in the pot and stir in lime juice.
- Serve topped with cilantro, cheese, and crushed tortilla chips.
Notes
This recipe is forgiving; you can adapt it with extra corn, potatoes, or different toppings. Let the chili cool before storing, and use an airtight container for leftovers.