This Slow Cooker Chicken Chili is one of the best chili recipes for the colder season of the year! One bowl of this hearty chili will have you wanting more. Get ready to love the flavor of this simple chili recipe.
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Warm & Cozy: Slow Cooker Chicken Chili is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days.
- Dump & Go: Just toss everything in the slow cooker and come back to a hearty, flavorful meal.
- Protein-Packed: Loaded with chicken, beans, and veggies to keep you full and satisfied.
Tips for Making Chicken Chili in the Crockpot
Using cubed chicken breast is such a great texture for this chili recipe. Some people like to shred or chop up their chicken but I prefer it cubed so that I have more of a chunk to chew on.
🥚Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 3 cans white beans, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups frozen corn
- 2 fresh poblano peppers, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 oz sour cream
- 2 tablespoons dry cilantro
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Bean choice: Swap white beans with black beans or kidney beans for a different texture and flavor.
- Spice level: Adjust the cayenne pepper to your heat preference, or add diced jalapeños for extra kick.
- Vegetarian option: Omit the chicken and add extra beans or tofu for a meatless version.
🔪How to Make Slow Cooker Chili With Chicken
Mash one can of beans in the slow cooker then add the remaining cans left.
Stir in broth, corn, poblano, onion, garlic, oregano, and cayenne until well combined
Add chicken cubes
Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours
At the last 30 minutes stir in sour cream and cilantro
Serve and enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Sauté aromatics before slow cooking: Lightly sautéing onions, garlic, and spices like cumin and chili powder before adding them to the slow cooker can deepen the overall flavor of your chili.
- Incorporate a variety of beans: Using a mix of beans such as black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans adds texture and nutritional value to your chili.
- Add corn for a touch of sweetness: Stirring in corn kernels introduces a subtle sweetness and additional texture that complements the savory elements of the chili.
💖 Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with slow cooker chicken chili:
- Cornbread muffins: Soft, buttery, and perfect for soaking up every last bite.
- Avocado slices: Cool and creamy, they balance out the chili's spice.
- Crunchy tortilla chips: Great for dipping or adding a little crunch on top.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Chili
Ingredients
- 2 Chicken Breasts Cut Into Cubes
- 3 Cans White Beans Drained
- 4 Cups Chicken Broth
- 2 Cups Frozen Corn
- 2 Fresh Poblano Peppers Chopped
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 4 Tablespoons Garlic Minced
- 1 Teaspoon Oregano
- ¼ Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 8 oz Sour Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Dry Cilantro
Instructions
- Mash one can of beans in slow cooker then add remaining cans left whole.
- Stir in broth, corn, poblano, onion, garlic, oregano, and cayenne until well combined.
- Add chicken cubes.
- Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours.
- At the last 30 minutes stir in sour cream and cilantro.
- Serve and enjoy!
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