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Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Chili


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A warm and comforting cheesy chicken chili made easily in a slow cooker, perfect for busy days.


Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 cans Rotel tomatoes with green chilis
  • 2 cans black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can corn
  • 32 oz chicken broth
  • 1 packet dry ranch seasoning
  • 8 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 8 oz cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • Extra cheese for topping
  • Fritos for serving
  • Hot sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Start by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Pour in the two cans of Rotel tomatoes with green chilis, layering them on top of the chicken.
  3. Add the drained and rinsed black beans and the corn, spreading them evenly.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring all ingredients are submerged in liquid.
  5. Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the mixture.
  6. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  7. Halfway through the cooking time, add the cream cheese, allowing it to melt into the chili.
  8. Once everything has finished cooking, shred the chicken in the pot.
  9. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt into the dish before serving.
  10. Serve with optional toppings like extra cheese, Fritos, and hot sauce.

Notes

For a thicker chili, consider reducing the chicken broth slightly. This dish pairs well with cornbread or salad.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chili, cheesy chicken, comfort food, easy recipe