Description
A creamy, tangy, and comforting slow cooker white chicken chili that requires only 15 minutes of prep time. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe uses rotisserie chicken for speed and cream cheese for richness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken (rotisserie breasts or boneless skinless raw breasts/thighs)
- 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 8 oz full-fat block cream cheese (softened)
- 1 large yellow onion (roughly chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 jar (16 oz) salsa verde
- 1 bunch cilantro (chopped, stems and leaves)
- 1 medium jalapeño (seeded and diced)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or Great Northern, rinsed and drained)
- 1 can (15 oz) white corn (drained) or 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning (mild)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: If using rotisserie chicken, shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. If using raw chicken, chop into 1-inch cubes.
- Dump everything in: Add chicken, onion, garlic, salsa verde, chicken broth, cream cheese, beans, corn, cumin, taco seasoning, and jalapeño to the slow cooker. Stir gently.
- Cook on Low: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours. Alternatively, cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours if in a rush.
- Shred and Thicken: If using raw chicken, shred it in the pot with two forks. If desired, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice and half of the cilantro. Taste and add salt if needed. Serve hot with toppings.
Notes
Use full-fat block cream cheese for best texture; avoid spreadable tubs. Rinse canned beans well to reduce sodium. Add lime juice at the end to preserve brightness. Can be frozen for up to 3 months, though cream cheese may separate slightly upon thawing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 35
Keywords: crockpot white chicken chili, slow cooker chicken chili, easy weeknight dinner, rotisserie chicken recipes, creamy chili, 15 minute prep