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White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

Creamy and Cozy White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

This Creamy White Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese is a comforting and flavorful soup perfect for cold nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts or shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can Canned Black Beans low-sodium option recommended
  • 1 can Canned Corn or frozen corn for freshness
  • 1 can Canned Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chiles substitute with plain diced tomatoes for milder flavor
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade seasoning can be used
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix adjust or omit based on taste
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese substitute with heavy cream for a lighter option
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese your favorite blend
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or plain yogurt
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Cilantro optional
  • 1 cup Tortilla Strips for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Add the Beans and Corn: Pour the canned black beans (undrained) and corn over the chicken.
  3. Mix in the Tomatoes: Add the Rotel tomatoes directly on top without stirring yet.
  4. Season the Chili: Sprinkle taco seasoning and ranch mix evenly over the layered ingredients.
  5. Add the Cream Cheese: Cut cream cheese into chunks and place on top without stirring.
  6. Cooking Time: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  7. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker with two forks.
  8. Stir and Serve: Mix everything thoroughly and serve garnished with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, layer ingredients carefully and stir gently after cooking to maintain texture.

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