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A bowl of Crockpot healthy white chicken chili garnished with fresh cilantro and lime.

Creamy Crockpot Healthy White Chicken Chili

A healthy and creamy white chicken chili made easy in the crockpot with tender chicken, beans, corn, and a flavorful broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • forks
  • ladle

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5-2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 15-ounce cans Northern Beans (or Cannellini) rinsed and drained
  • 1 4-ounce can diced green chiles undrained
  • 1.5 cups frozen corn
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred

Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For Creaminess

  • 4 oz light cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup milk skim, 1%, or unsweetened almond milk

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Place chicken breasts, rinsed and drained beans, undrained green chiles, frozen corn, and chicken broth into the slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds.
  • Remove and shred the cooked chicken breasts with two forks, then return them to the pot.
  • Add softened light cream cheese and milk to the chili, stirring until melted and incorporated for a smooth, creamy broth.
  • Taste the chili and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the rest of the seasonings. Garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.