Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe

White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe is another one of those easy crockpot meals that can be served completely on it own. Or, you can add a salad and/or bread and have dinner on the table with very little effort.

You know what I love about crockpot cooking? It is hands-free. I can start our dinner in the morning and forget about it until dinner time. That means, I can get a lot done in less time.

I'm sure you understand. I love cooking and being in the kitchen. But, like you, there are other things that I need or want to do.

I am a list maker and I love checking off things on my list once they are done.

Before you ask - Yes, I'm one of those that will write down something I just did, so as to check it off.

I just feel productive when I get things done.

Well, this White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe helps me do that while still serving a healthy, delicious meal.

But, if you are not convinced that crockpot cooking is for you but still want a white chicken chili, check out Instant Pot GAPS Diet White Chicken Chili which is also a time saver!

Psss - did you know that you can use your Instant Pot as a Crockpot? I'm telling you, it works great!

Serving Suggestions for White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe

I like to serve this recipe in bowls and add additional toppings for people to add as they desire.

Additional toppings include:

• avocado slices
• jalepeno peppers, sliced
• green chilis - some like it a bit more spicy
• cheese - cheddar, Colby jack, pepper jack
• sour cream or greek yogurt

You can also serve with:

• salad
• corn chips
• artisan sourdough bread 
• Serve in Sourdough Bread Bowls - this way there are no dishes because you eat your bowls!
• rice
• cornbread

White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe Step by Step

Add all ingredients (except the sour cream and heavy cream) to the crockpot. Photo 1
Cook on high for 4 hours or low 7 hours.
Remove chicken and shred with 2 forks - return chicken to crockpot - add sour cream and heavy cream to crock pot and stir immediately before serving. Photo 2, 3
Serve and enjoy. Photo 4

Can I Use Store-bought Chicken Broth?

Yes, you can use store-bought or homemade chicken broth.

If you are interested in making it yourself, check out How to Make Chicken Broth.

How Do You Make White Chicken Chili Thicker?

This recipe gets it thickness and richness from the sour cream and heavy cream.

You can also make it thicker by :

• Remove a few cups of the beans (dip them out when you remove the chicken to shred).
• Using your immersion blender, blend them.
• Add them back to the crockpot to thicken the chili.

If you want to thicken it further, you can whisk together ¼ cup of cold water and 2 tbsp of flour, stir it into the chili while cooking and allow it to boil until thickened.

Can White Chicken Chili Be Frozen?

Yes!

To freeze this White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe before cooking:

• Place all ingredients (except for the sour cream and heavy cream) in a freezer bag and freeze.
• When ready to use - thaw overnight the night before in the refrigerator.
• The next day place ingredients into the crockpot and continue with instructions.

To freeze this White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe after cooking:

• Allow the chili to cool completely.
• Place the chili into freezer bags or other freezer container.
• It will keep in the freezer for at least 6 months.

How Do You Reheat Frozen Chili?

This recipe, like most freezer meals, can be thawed overnight in the fridge and reheated on the stove top, in the crockpot or microwave. I like to use the microwave until it is bubbly.

The temp should get to 165F.

How Long Can White Chicken Chili Be Kept in the Fridge?

This White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe will keep in the fridge for 3 - 5 days at least. I know most sources say to eat leftovers within 4 days but I have not had a problem keeping them longer.

Can I Make This White Chicken Chili Crockpot Recipe  More Budget Friendly?

There are a few ways this recipe can be made more budget friendly:

• Use dried beans rather than canned. See grain preparation for the best way to make beans more digestible and nourishing.
• Use chicken legs or thighs instead of chicken breast - just be sure to remove the bones when shredding the meat.
• Make your own chicken broth using a whole chicken. De-bone and freeze the meat for later use. See How to Make Chicken Broth. and 15 Health Benefits of Bone Broth.

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