Creamy White Chicken Chili

My go-to Slow Cooker Ivory Chicken Chili brings together soft chicken chunks, aromatic seasonings, and a velvety, lush base. It's just what you need when it's cold outside - a simple crock pot meal that'll warm you up and make dinner time something to look forward to.

• Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless): They turn super tender after slow cooking and shred beautifully throughout your chili.
• Diced Yellow Onion: Gives your chili a gentle sweetness that builds its flavor foundation.
• Minced Garlic: Adds that must-have savory kick that makes every spoonful smell amazing.
• Low-Sodium Chicken Broth: Creates the backbone of your chili while keeping salt levels in check.
• Great Northern Beans (rinsed): Their smooth, buttery texture makes your chili satisfyingly hearty.
• Green Chiles (diced): Mix one spicy can with one mild can for just the right touch of heat and southwestern flair.

• Corn Kernels (drained): Brings little pops of sweetness and extra bite to each spoonful.
• Black Pepper and Salt: Simple seasonings that wake up all the other flavors.
• Ground Cumin: Gives your chili that distinctive warm, earthy taste.
• Dried Oregano: Adds a subtle herby note that works great with the spices.
• Cayenne and Chili Powder: Work together to create depth and warmth against the creamy elements.
• Cilantro (fresh): Brightens everything up with its fresh flavor and green color.

First: Get Your Crock Pot Ready

Put your chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot. Sprinkle them generously with black pepper, salt, oregano, cumin, cayenne pepper, and chili powder so the meat soaks up all those yummy flavors while it cooks.

Next: Throw In The Vegetables

Add your chopped onion, garlic, great Northern beans, green chiles, corn, chicken broth, and cilantro on top of the chicken. Give everything a good stir so all the flavors start mingling right away.

Then: Let It Cook

Put the lid on and set your crock pot to LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. You'll know it's done when the chicken falls apart easily.

After That: Break Up The Chicken

Take out the chicken when it's done cooking. Grab two forks and pull it apart in a big bowl until it's all shredded. Put the shredded chicken back in the crock pot and mix it in.

Next: Make It Creamy

Drop in your softened cream cheese and half and half. Stir everything together, put the lid back on, and cook on HIGH for another 15 minutes. This will thicken your chili and make it nice and creamy.

If You Want: Extra Smoothness Trick

For the creamiest results, take out a few spoonfuls of hot chili and mix them with the cream cheese in a separate bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture back into the crock pot before adding the half and half.

Last Step: Grab A Bowl

Give your chili one last good stir. Scoop it into bowls and top with whatever you like – sliced jalapenos, avocado chunks, a dollop of sour cream, crunchy tortilla strips, or shredded cheese all work great.

• Enjoy your Slow Cooker Ivory Chicken Chili piping hot with toppings like jalapeno slices, diced avocado, a spoonful of sour cream, tortilla strips, or a handful of Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend.
• Keep any leftovers in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 3 days.
• When you want to eat it again, warm it up in a pot on low heat, stirring now and then, or zap it in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until it's hot. Add a splash of chicken broth if it's too thick.

• Want a thicker chili? Try blending up half your beans before putting them in the crock pot for an extra velvety texture.
• Play with your heat level by adjusting the ratio of mild to hot green chiles depending on what you like.
• Make sure your cream cheese is really soft before adding it so it melts in smoothly without any lumps.

What The Pros Say

• Ina Garten thinks you should toss in fresh herbs like cilantro right at the end so they stay bright and flavorful.
• Bobby Flay likes using both mild and spicy chiles to create more interesting heat and flavor in his dishes.
• Rachael Ray always says you should season as you go - this builds up more delicious flavors in slow-cooked meals.

• This chili hits the sweet spot between rich flavors and smooth, comforting texture that just feels like home.
• It's super simple to throw in a slow cooker and forget about until dinner time.
• Everyone can fix their bowl just how they like it with different toppings like crunchy tortilla strips or creamy avocado.

• Can't do dairy? Try coconut cream instead of cream cheese and half and half for the same creamy effect.
• Need more veggies? Toss in some chopped bell peppers or handfuls of spinach for extra color and nutrients.
• Like it hot? Add more cayenne or throw in extra jalapeno slices to turn up the heat.