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Crockpot Chicken Cream Cheese Chili

Crockpot Chicken Cream Cheese Chili


  • Author: Olivia Chenn
  • Total Time: 5 minutes prep + 6-8 hours cooking
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crockpot Chicken Cream Cheese Chili is the perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal for busy nights. With tender chicken, beans, and a creamy chili base, this dish delivers on flavor without the fuss. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing recipe that requires minimal prep and cooks itself! Serve it with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, tortilla chips, or avocado. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large breasts)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper (plus more to taste)
  • 1 (15.5 oz) can of beans (pinto, black, kidney, or cannellini, undrained)
  • 1 (11 oz) can whole kernel corn (undrained)
  • 1 can RO-TEL original (undrained)
  • 1 package ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 8 ounces light or regular cream cheese (1 full block)

Instructions

  • Place chicken in the crockpot and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add undrained corn, RO-TEL, and beans over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, ranch seasoning mix, bay leaf, and thyme on top.
  • Place the block of cream cheese on top (don’t stir it in yet).
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
  • Stir everything to blend the cream cheese into the chili.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or chili powder if needed.
  • Serve with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, avocado, or tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Too Thick? If your chili turns out too thick, simply add chicken stock or water to reach your desired consistency, but remember to re-season with salt.
  • Cream Cheese Clumps? If your cream cheese doesn’t blend in smoothly at first, give it a good stir after shredding the chicken to incorporate it.
  • Customize the Heat: Add diced jalapenos or more chili powder for extra spice!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours (on low) or 3-4 hours (on high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 278 kcal
  • Sugar: 5.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 43.7 mg