Silky Slow Cooker Chicken Chili (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, and trimmed)
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped small
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
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2 cans (15 ounces each) great Northern beans, rinsed clean
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2 cans (4 ounces each) diced green chilies (one spicy, one mild)
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1 can (15 ounces) sweet corn, drained
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
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A small bunch of cilantro, roughly chopped
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4 ounces cream cheese (light, softened)
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1/4 cup half-and-half
→ Extra Toppings
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Chopped jalapeños
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Fresh avocado slices
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A scoop of sour cream
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A sprinkle of fresh cilantro leaves
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Crunchy tortilla strips
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Grated Monterey Jack or Mexican-blend cheese
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker base. Add seasonings like salt, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and oregano on top. Toss in garlic, onion, beans, chilies, corn, broth, and cilantro. Give it a quick stir.
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Close the lid and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 8 hours.
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Take out the chicken and put it in a large bowl. Shred it with two forks, then put it back into the slow cooker.
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Add softened cream cheese and half-and-half to the slow cooker. Mix, then cover again and cook on HIGH for 15 minutes until the mixture thickens a bit.
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For a smoother finish, whisk the softened cream cheese with some hot liquid from the cooker in a small bowl. Then pour it back in and stir before you add the half-and-half.
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Mix everything well, then serve it warm. Customize your bowl with toppings like avocado, jalapeños, or grated cheese.
# Helpful Notes:
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If you'd like it thicker, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 or 3 tablespoons of broth, milk, or water. Pour it in and simmer until it's just right.