Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili: An easy crock-pot recipe for a healthy white chicken chili. This recipe is a tried and true family favorite.
It is never a good sign when Mom wakes up feeling a bit quaky.
And unfortunately, that was me the past three days and when I am queasy, the last thing I want to do is eat, let alone COOK.
I had pulled out some chicken breasts to defrost in plans to make Chicken Marsala—that was just not going to happen! I did not have the energy or the desire to eat one of my favorite dishes.
I needed a recipe with NO EFFORT, as I had zero energy!
Normally, I would pull out one of my 10 Meals to Cook when I am too tired to cook, but I needed to use up that chicken I had defrosted and I also knew it had to be something that I could try to force myself to eat.
Due to my health issues, I can not afford to take even one day off eating.
Thankfully, despite of my lack of appetite, I remembered a dish that was unbelievably easy and so comforting–Crock Pot White Chicken Chili.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
White Chicken Chili is warming to the belly and soul.
This chicken is hearty, yet light and the subtle spices are not overpowering for sensitive tummies or palates.
And besides the unbelievable taste that this chili dish delivers, it comes together in mere minutes.
Perfect for busy days, chilly days, and sick days!
I seriously dumped a few ingredients into the crock-pot and returned myself to my bed until my kids made their way home from school.
That night, I was able to dish my family up a hearty soup that would fill them up and I was able to delicately sip on the chicken soup, filling myself with comfort and nourishment my body desperately needed.
Whether you are sick, need a quick meal, need a hearty chili for a cook-off, or just desiring a comforting soup, this White Chicken Chili is for you.
Tips for this Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe
- I have used made this white chicken chili recipe with both canned white beans and with cooked dried white beans. If using dried beans you have cooked, you may need to add in 1 teaspoon more of kosher salt. If using canned beans, only drain one can–the thick canning liquid gives the chili a nice salty taste and helps thicken the chili up.
- Most white chicken chili recipes are made creamy with either cream cheese, shredded cheese or cream. I keep this Chicken Chili Dairy-Free and then top with shredded cheese if desired. It is still every bit as delicious as creamy white chicken chili.
- Since this crock pot chicken chili is gluten-free and dairy-free, it is a great recipe to entertain people with food allergies.
- Serve this white chicken chili with sour cream, cilantro, shredded cheese and corn chips if desired.
To Freeze this White Chicken Chili
If you have leftover slow cooker white chicken chili, you can freeze for future use. Allow the chili to cool and then place in freezer safe containers or bags. Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost white chicken chili in fridge overnight and then reheat on stove, on low in slow cooker or in microwave.
Recipe for Healthy White Chicken Chili
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
An easy and healthy recipe for chicken chili using white beans.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cans can diced green chilis
- 2 cans cans Great Northern White beans or 4 cups cooked white beans
- Optional Toppings: Sour cream, Greek yogurt, shredded montery jack or cheddar cheese, feta cheese, salsa verde, tortilla chips
Instructions
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Place all the ingredients into crock-pot except for toppings. Give a quick stir. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
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Discard the bay leaves and remove the chicken to shred/cut into bite size pieces and return to soup.
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Top with your favorite toppings.
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My personal favorites are Greek yogurt and salsa verde.
If you liked this Slow Cooker Chicken Chili with White Beans, you may also like:
Slow Cooker Chicken Chili
Slow Cooker Lemon and Thyme Chicken Thighs and Rice
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I like good ‘ol chicken noodle soup when I’m under the weather!
This looks yummy!
Found you on Gooseberry Patch!
I love white chicken chili and haven’t made it in SO LONG. I will definitely be trying this out as the weather gets freezing.
Your Crock Pot White Chicken Chili looks delicious! This is a fantastic recipe and thanks so much for sharing it with us. Hope to see you again real soon at Full Plate Thursday!
Miz Helen
This looks delicious! My CrockPot SAVES me on a regular basis with my crazy schedule and a hungry family. Pinning for later!
Thanks Madeline!! I agree. I don’t know what I would do without my crock-pot 🙂
Looks great! Pinning to my “recipes to try” board now!
Thanks David. This is going in my crock-pot in just a few hours. It is perfect for the rainy day we are having here today! I hope you enjoy!
I’ve never made white chili before but it sounds so good!
Well then you MUST try this, Sharon, especially if you like mild Mexican flavors!
I just made a white chili for the first time a few weeks ago and it is amazing! The recipe is a little different than yours. My go to comfort foods are always high in carbs… which I am not supposed to have because of my health issues. :p I am trying to find substitute comfort foods and white chili is def on the list. Thanks for sharing.
Well, this is a healthy version of white chicken chili for sure. I hope you find this dish comforting!
Perfect use for the slow cooker!
This looks really easy and delicious. Perfect for this very cold week. I don’t even want to go outside at all, but knowing this is ready when I get home will be worth it.
Oh I hear you–this week is so cold!! I hope this soup will warm you right up!
You had me at crockpot. There are simply some days that call for this magical device, delivering great smells and a ready-to-go dinner whenever i need it. This goes on the list now, too!
The crockpot can be such a life saver for busy days. Enjoy this recipe.
what a perfect meal for a sick or cold day! I have been meaning to play with a white chili for awhile now, yours looks really great!
Thanks Alice. I hope it warms you up!