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A rustic white ceramic bowl filled with creamy white chicken chili garnished with fresh cilantro, topped with melting cream cheese chunks, surrounded by slices of crusty bread and a colorful fall tablecloth in warm orange and brown tones

Creamy Kid-Friendly Crockpot White Chicken Chili for Fall

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A creamy, flavorful white chicken chili cooked effortlessly in the crockpot, loaded with tender chicken, beans, and melted cream cheese for a kid-friendly fall dinner.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and pour in chicken broth.
  2. Add diced onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  4. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return to the crockpot.
  5. Add white beans, corn, and cream cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the chili is creamy.
  6. Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve hot garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can substitute the white beans with black beans or pinto beans for variation.
  • Adjust spice levels by increasing chili powder or adding cayenne pepper.
  • This chili freezes well for make-ahead meals.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours on low
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Kid-Friendly, Fall Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg