My comforting and easy-to-make crockpot white chicken chili is perfect for those cold weeknights ahead! I packed this chili with shredded chicken, white beans, corn, and plenty of Mexican flavor. It’s lighter but still just as comforting as any chili I’ve ever had, and I just love the fresh flavor. It’s so simple to make delicious chili in my crockpot!
Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe
I love, love, love white chicken chili. It’s a lighter, fresher take on a classic that’s still so comforting. Made with just a handful of ingredients, my crockpot white chicken chili is even easier than my stovetop recipe. All you need to do is chop a few veggies, then toss everything in the slow cooker, and let the chili do its thing. I like to add a thickening slurry made from broth and beans at the end to make this chili super rich, but that’s as complicated as it gets.
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How to Store and Reheat
Once cooled to room temperature, store leftover crockpot white chicken chili in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat for 30 seconds at a time in the microwave, stirring each time it stops, until warmed all the way through.
How to Freeze
To freeze this slow cooker white chicken chili recipe, let it fully cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to a freezer-safe storage container (or Ziplock bag) and freeze it for up to 3 months. Don’t forget to date and label!
Notes and Tips
- I used Cannellini Beans and Great Northern Beans for my chili, but any kind of white beans will work.
- I like to serve my chili topped with sour cream, sliced jalapenos, cilantro, sliced avocado, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Top Reader Review
“I loved this chili! Made it for a potluck and everyone loved it too.” – Katie
Crockpot White Chicken Chili Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds)
- 45 ounces canned white beans drained, rinsed, and divided (3 cans)
- 32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth (4 cups)
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper chopped
- 2 shallots chopped
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 15 ounces canned corn (1 can)
Equipment
- Crockpot
- High-Powered Blender
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and top with 2 cans of beans (reserve 1 for later) and remaining chili ingredients.3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 45 ounces canned white beans, 32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth, 1 yellow onion, 1 jalapeno pepper, 2 shallots, ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 15 ounces canned corn
- Stir to combine and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- When finished cooking, remove chicken breasts and shred, then add back to the chili.
- Remove 1 cup of broth from the chili and place in a blender with the remaining can of beans.
- Add shredded chicken and bean slurry to chili and cook on high 15 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
How to Make Crockpot White Chicken Chili Step by Step
Cook the Chili: Place the 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 30 ounces (2 cans) of white beans, 32 ounces (4 cups) of chicken broth, 1 chopped yellow onion, 1 chopped jalapeno pepper, 2 chopped shallots, ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro, ½ teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon of dried oregano, 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, and 15 ounces (1 can) of canned corn to your Crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Shred the Chicken: Once they’re fully cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the Crockpot and shred them with two forks.
Make a Slurry: Remove 1 cup of broth from the Crockpot. Place it in a blender with the remaining 15 ounces (1 can) of white beans. Blend to create a smooth slurry.
Thicken the Chili: Pour the bean slurry and shredded chicken into the Crockpot. Stir and cook on high for 15 minutes, then serve and enjoy!
Trang says
Delicious and love that more flavors develop later too!
Becky Hardin says
Absolutely!
Katie says
Made this for my family and it was a hit! So yummy!
Becky Hardin says
YAY!
Emily says
Honestly, slow cooker white chicken chili is my favorite crock pot chili. Yum!
Becky Hardin says
SAME!
Sarah Skaggs says
Yum! This is the best recipe I’ve tried!
Becky Hardin says
LOVE to hear that!
Natasha says
So yummy and filling! Love how thick this chili is!
Becky Hardin says
That makes me so happy!
Anna says
One of my favorite soups to make in my slow cooker!
Becky Hardin says
ME TOO!
April says
For some weird reason I can’t explain, I’d always been afraid to try white chicken chili – I just figured I wouldn’t like it. But my kids wanted to try something new so I thought what the hey… I’m so glad I did! This recipe was great and I absolutely loved it!
Becky Hardin says
HOORAY!!
Stephanie says
Easily one of my favorite soups to make! I love smelling it all day as it cooks!
Becky Hardin says
Omg it smells SO GOOD
Suzy says
I love how there is little prep work to this dish! Perfect for when I don’t want to turn my oven on! The flavor is amazing!
Becky Hardin says
Totally agree!!
Ashley F says
Slow cooker meals are the best during the summer and this did not disappoint! It’s so delicious!
Becky Hardin says
YES!