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Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Meal

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A simple, creamy white chicken chili made in a crockpot with just a few ingredients, perfect for cozy, comforting meals with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450 grams)
  • 2 cans white beans (15 ounces / 425 grams each, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can diced green chilies (4 ounces / 115 grams, mild or hot)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (480 ml)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (115 grams, softened)
  • Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Trim any excess fat and place them at the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. Drain and rinse the white beans well. Pour them over the chicken, then add the diced green chilies evenly on top.
  3. Add 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth over the ingredients.
  4. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
  5. Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
  6. Cut the softened cream cheese into chunks and stir into the chili until fully melted and creamy.
  7. Let the chili simmer for another 15-20 minutes on low, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  8. Taste and season with salt or pepper if needed.

Notes

Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for easy shredding. Soften cream cheese to avoid lumps. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and canned taste. Adjust spiciness with green chilies or cayenne. If crockpot runs hot, check chili after 3.5 hours to prevent drying. A quick whisk or potato masher can smooth out cream cheese chunks.

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