Description

Crock Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili is the perfect comfort food for chilly days or busy weeknights. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty spices, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal with minimal effort. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let them meld together for a satisfying bowl of goodness that warms both body and soul. Top it off with fresh cilantro or shredded cheese for an extra touch.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
8 oz cream cheese
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot.
Layer diced tomatoes, black beans, onion, bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
Pour chicken broth until ingredients are just covered.
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
Stir in cream cheese until melted and combined.
Serve in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro or shredded cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added flavor, sauté onions before adding them to the crock pot. Feel free to customize by adding corn or swapping chicken for turkey. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.