Description
This Crockpot White Chicken Chili is a hearty and flavorful slow-cooked recipe featuring tender shredded chicken, navy beans, and a creamy blend of spices. Perfect for an easy meal packed with comforting southwestern flavors, it combines sharp cheddar, avocado, and green onions as fresh toppings for an elevated touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Chili Base
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 (14oz) cans Navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 sweet/yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (4.5oz) cans chopped green chilies
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
Finishing and Toppings
- 1 cup sour cream
- Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (for garnish)
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Avocado, diced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the navy beans, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped green chilies, chili powder, cumin, kosher salt, chicken broth, frozen corn, and chicken thighs to a crockpot. Mix everything together well, ensuring ingredients are evenly distributed. It is okay that some items are not fully submerged in liquid.
- Slow Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and the flavors to meld together thoroughly.
- Shred Chicken and Add Sour Cream: Before serving, remove the chicken thighs from the crockpot and place them on a cutting board. Remove skin and bones, then shred the chicken meat with forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot, add the sour cream, cover, and let it warm through for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir thoroughly to combine the sour cream into the chili.
- Serve: Spoon the chili into bowls and garnish with shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and diced avocado for added creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute boneless chicken thighs if preferred, but cooking times may slightly decrease.
- For a spicier chili, add diced jalapeños or use spicy green chilies.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and also freeze nicely.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, omit sour cream or substitute with a dairy-free alternative.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving—additional salt or chili powder can enhance the flavor.
