Description
A hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili recipe that is perfect for cozy nights in. Packed with tender chicken, beans, and aromatic spices, this chili is easy to make and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
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Chicken Chili:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 of a sweet onion, chopped
- 1/2 green pepper, seeds removed, chopped
- 1 to 2 Jalapeños, seeds removed, chopped (optional)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cans (4 oz each) green chilies
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker: Add chicken thighs to the bottom of a 6 qt. or larger slow cooker.
- Add remaining ingredients: Pour in onion, green pepper, jalapeños, garlic, beans, green chilies, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low: Cover and cook on low for 5 1/2 hours.
- Shred the chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken thighs. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- Continue cooking: Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve: Serve warm with desired garnishes.
Notes
- This recipe yields 10 cups of chili, serving 5 people.
- If preferred, chicken breasts can be used instead of chicken thighs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
