Name: Warm Up Your Winter with Hearty 3-Bean White Chicken Chili in the Crockpot
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 240 min
Ingredients: 2-3 chicken breasts; 5 cups chicken broth; 1 large onion (diced); 3 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 can garbanzo beans (rinsed); 1 can great northern beans (rinsed); 1 can cannellini beans (rinsed (feel free to mix or use one type of bean)); 1 cup canned sweet corn (drained); 1 can (4.5 ounces green chilis); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; Lime wedges; Sour cream; Jalapeno slices; Avocado slices; Chopped fresh cilantro

Warm Up Your Winter with Hearty 3-Bean White Chicken Chili in the Crockpot. The perfect soup to make this winter!

Warm Up Your Winter with Hearty 3-Bean White Chicken Chili in the Crockpot

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Winter is in full swing, and there’s no better way to embrace the chilly weather than with a hearty bowl of soup. One of my absolute favorites is the 3-Bean White Chicken Chili cooked to perfection in the crockpot. The convenience of this slow-cooker recipe makes it ideal for busy days, as you can simply toss the ingredients in and let it simmer away while you focus on other tasks.

Making White Chicken Chili in the Crockpot is So Easy

I’ve been yearning to create the perfect White Chicken Chili for a while now, and after a bit of experimentation, I’m thrilled to share that this recipe is an absolute winner. Loaded with succulent chicken, a trio of beans for heartiness and protein, and a touch of sweet corn, it’s a bowlful of comfort that’s hard to resist. The smokiness and spice from cumin, chili powder, and paprika only get better with time, making it a delightful dish to enjoy, especially the next day.

White Chicken Chili Ingredients:

2-3 chicken breasts
5 cups chicken broth
1 large onion, diced
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed
1 can great northern beans, rinsed
1 can cannellini beans, rinsed (feel free to mix or use one type of bean)
1 cup canned sweet corn, drained
1 can (4.5 ounces) green chilis
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes:

Lime wedges
Sour cream
Jalapeno slices
Avocado slices
Chopped fresh cilantro

How to Make Crockpot White Chicken Chili:

Prepare the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Add Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, rinsed beans (garbanzo, great northern, and cannellini), green chilis, and drained sweet corn.
Seasoning: Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir the ingredients well to ensure even distribution of the spices.
Set and Forget: Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7 hours. The slow-cooking process allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
Shred the Chicken: Once the cooking time is up, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
Creamy Texture: For an added creamy texture, incorporate 1/2 to 1 cup of sour cream into the chili. Stir well to combine.
Serve and Garnish: Ladle the piping hot chili into bowls. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of citrus. Customize each bowl with your favorite garnishes, such as sour cream, jalapeno slices, avocado slices, and chopped fresh cilantro.
Enjoy: Sit back, relax, and savor the comforting warmth of this delicious 3-Bean White Chicken Chili. The smokiness from the spices and the heartiness from the beans make it an instant winter favorite.

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This chili not only fills your belly with goodness but also keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days, making it a fantastic option for meal prep. So, whip out your crockpot and let the aroma of this tantalizing chili fill your home during the cold winter months.

Printable Crockpot 3 Bean White Chicken Chili Recipe