Ingredients:
- 3 cans northern beans (15 oz each, drained and rinsed)
- 32 oz chicken stock
- 1 can corn (15 oz, drained)
- 1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies, 10 oz)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 small onion, chopped (optional)
- 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Chili powder, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Garlic powder and onion powder, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Black olives
- Tortilla chips
- Rice
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
- Drain and rinse the beans: Open the cans of northern beans, drain, and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.
- Drain the corn: Drain the can of corn.
- Chop the onion: If you’re adding onion, chop it into small pieces.
Step 2: Add Ingredients to the Crockpot
- Layer the ingredients: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour in the northern beans, corn, Rotel, and chicken stock.
- Add seasonings: Sprinkle in the chili powder, pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste. You can adjust the seasonings later after it cooks.
Step 3: Cook the Chili
- Cook on low: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Cooking time may vary based on your crockpot.
- Shred the chicken: Once the chicken is cooked through (should easily shred with a fork), remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the chicken: Add the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker.
Step 4: Add Cream Cheese and Sour Cream
- Mix in the cream cheese and sour cream: Add the 8 oz of softened cream cheese and ½ cup sour cream to the crockpot. Stir well to melt the cream cheese into the chili. Let it cook for another 10-15 minutes on low until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Step 5: Serve
- Serve over rice or with tortilla chips: Spoon the white chicken chili over a bed of rice or serve it with tortilla chips.
- Add toppings: Top with shredded cheddar cheese and black olives (optional) for extra flavor.
Tips:
- Thicker chili: If you prefer a thicker consistency, use less chicken stock or let the chili simmer uncovered for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Spice it up: Add jalapeños or extra chili powder for more heat.
This creamy and comforting white chicken chili is perfect for a cozy dinner! Enjoy!