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Crockpot White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

A warm, cozy bowl of comforting white chicken chili featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, sweet corn, black beans, and bright tomatoes, perfectly seasoned for a delicious family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts Fresh or thawed chicken cooks more evenly.
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Can use low-fat or dairy-free version for lighter variations.
  • 1 cup Corn Sweet corn adds brightness to the dish.
  • 1 can Black beans Can be swapped with pinto beans if desired.
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes For a spicier version, use spicy diced tomatoes.
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Pour until ingredients are just covered.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
Savory Seasonings
  • 2 tsp Chili powder Provides mild heat.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Adds earthy flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and seasonings.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth until the ingredients are just covered.
  3. Stir to combine everything well.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  2. Shred the chicken with two forks inside the slow cooker, stirring it back into the chili.
  3. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  4. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For a creamier consistency, stir in an extra 4 ounces of cream cheese or a half cup of sour cream near the end. Customize spices and toppings based on preferences.