Description
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is a rich and comforting dairy free meal made with tender shredded chicken, warm spices, vegetables, and creamy coconut milk. This recipe is designed for busy days and delivers deep flavor with minimal effort. It is hearty, satisfying, and perfect for family meals or make ahead lunches.
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs trimmed
Avocado oil or olive oil for cooking when using stovetop or pressure cooker
Yellow onion finely diced
Bell pepper any color diced small
Fresh jalapeno seeded and finely minced
Fresh garlic cloves minced
Ground cumin
Dried oregano
Chili powder mild or medium
Fine sea salt plus extra to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Low sodium chicken broth
Full fat coconut milk
Fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro chopped
Optional white beans drained and rinsed
Optional fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare all vegetables by dicing the onion and bell pepper and mincing the garlic and jalapeno
2. Add the onion bell pepper jalapeno garlic and all spices to the slow cooker and stir gently
3. Place the chicken on top of the vegetables in an even layer
4. Pour the chicken broth around the chicken without disturbing the spices
5. Cover and cook on low heat until the chicken is tender and fully cooked
6. Remove the chicken and shred it into bite size pieces using forks
7. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently
8. Add the coconut milk and optional white beans and mix until creamy
9. Cover and continue heating until everything is warmed through
10. Stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro
11. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
12. Serve warm with optional cilantro and lime on top
Notes
Full fat coconut milk creates the creamiest texture but a lighter version may be used for a thinner chili
Low sodium broth allows better control of seasoning
Pre cooked shredded chicken may be used by adding it after the vegetables soften
White beans are optional and add extra texture and protein
If the chili thickens too much add a splash of broth before serving
- Prep Time: fifteen minutes
- Cook Time: five to six hours
- Category: main dish
- Method: slow cooker
- Cuisine: american