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Slow cooker chicken chili served warm with tender chicken, beans, and a creamy finish
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Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

Creamy slow cooker chicken chili made with tender shredded chicken, beans, corn, and warm spices, finished with cream cheese for a rich, comforting dump-and-go meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American, Southwestern-Inspired
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 × 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 × 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 × 15 oz can corn, drained and rinsed
  • 1 × 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 oz brick-style cream cheese, softened

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Prepare your slow cooker and ingredients as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Add Ingredients
  4. Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, onion, bell pepper, corn, beans, jalapeño, garlic, salt, oregano, chili powder, and cumin. Stir gently.
  5. Slow Cook
  6. Cover and cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  7. Shred Chicken
  8. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and set aside.
  9. Add Cream Cheese
  10. Add softened cream cheese in small pieces and stir until fully melted and smooth.
  11. Combine
  12. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and cook 10–15 minutes more so the flavors blend.
  13. Serve
  14. Allow chili to cool slightly. Serve warm with toppings such as cheese, cilantro, avocado, or tortilla strips.

Notes

  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) during cooking for safe doneness.
  • Allow food to rest briefly before serving for best texture.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in an airtight container and store up to 3–4 days.
  • Reheat gently until hot throughout and steaming before serving.
  • Discard if smell, texture, or appearance changes.