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Crockpot White Bean Chili [with Chicken]

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Crockpot White Bean Chili is a dump-start slow cooker chicken chili recipe that practically makes itself. Boneless chicken thighs, white chili beans, green chiles, corn, and chicken broth are slow cooked and served with chili toppings for an easy, southwest dinner.

white bowl of white bean chicken chili

Do you love to throw ingredients into a cooker and go do ALL the things? Me too!! This White Bean Chicken Chili is a toss-and-go Crockpot recipe that requires no pre-cooking, just like my Crockpot Chicken Vegetable Soup. Simply add ingredients to the cooker, set it on low or high, and go multitask.

Blogpost Contents hide
1) White bean chili ingredients
2) What is white bean chili?
3) What I love about slow cooker white bean chili
4) Chicken and white bean chili recipe tips
5) Recommended tools
5.1) More chili and soup recipes
6) Crockpot White Bean Chicken Chili
6.1) Ingredients
6.2) Recipe Instructions
6.3) RECIPE NOTES
6.4) Nutrition

White bean chili ingredients

Visit recipe card below 👇🏼 for printable amounts and instructions

  • boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • chicken broth
  • white beans - cannellini beans, navy beans, or white kidney beans
  • canned diced green chiles
  • onions and celery
  • fresh garlic
  • seasonings - cumin, chili powder, and oregano
  • salt and pepper
  • frozen corn
  • chili toppings - cilantro, lime, avocado, jalapeños, sour cream, cheese, tortilla chips

What is white bean chili?

This Mexican-inspired chili is made with chicken, white beans, canned green chiles, vegetables, chicken broth, and seasonings. You can make it with or without chicken, but don't skip the cumin, green chiles and all the chili toppings for distinct southwest flavor.

white bowl of white bean chicken chili

What I love about slow cooker white bean chili

  • This recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients that can be found at most grocery stores.
  • 10 minute prep and NO pre-cooking ingredients makes this dump-start recipe super convenient.
  • You can make it any season in the crockpot without heating up your whole house.
  • Perfect meal for family dinner, game day, and parties.
brown crockpot of white bean chicken chili on blue background

Chicken and white bean chili recipe tips

Use boneless, skinless, chicken thighs. These literally fall-apart during cooking and stirring, and they make the juiciest, most tender chicken chili.

Opt for reduced-sodium chicken broth and no salt added beans. This way, you’re in complete control of the salt content.

Mash up one of the cans of beans to help develop a naturally creamier consistency; this avoids adding unnecessary extra ingredients as thickeners.

Use the suggested chili toppings (cilantro, fresh or pickled jalapeños, sour cream, lime, etc). They literally take this chili from delicious to outstanding!

Recommended tools

  • chef knife and cutting board
  • can opener
  • garlic press
  • slow cooker

More chili and soup recipes

  • Three Bean Turkey Chili
  • Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • Crockpot Chicken Vegetable Soup
  • Instant Pot Chili Mac
  • Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Throw-and-go (NO precook) crockpot recipe with JUICY chicken results! Easy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili for busy weeknights! thekitchengirl.com #slowcookerchili #crockpotchili #whitechickenchili #slowcooker #crockpot #chili #whitechili #glutenfree #cincodemayo #mexicanchili

Crockpot White Bean Chicken Chili

Crockpot White Bean Chili is a dump-start slow cooker chili recipe that practically makes itself. Boneless chicken thighs, white chili beans, green chilies, corn, and chicken broth are slow cooked for an easy, Southwest style dinner.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 6 1-cup servings
Author: Traci - TheKitchenGirl.com

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 15oz can White Beans * see recipe footnote rinsed and drained
  • 1 4.5oz can Diced Green Chilis
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Corn frozen, canned, or fresh

Recipe Instructions
 

  • In a 3.5 quart slow cooker, combine CHICKEN, CHICKEN BROTH, BEANS, GREEN CHILIS, ONION, CELERY, GARLIC, CUMIN, CHILI POWDER, OREGANO, SALT, and PEPPER.
  • Set slow cooker to HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4-6 hours *see recipe footnote about slow cooker times
  • 30 minutes before cook cycle ends, stir in CORN, cover, and allow to heat through.
  • Serve white bean chili warm with chili toppings: cilantro, lime, avocado, jalapeños, sour cream, or cheese
Tried this recipe? I'd love your review!Visit the comments below and tell me how it went.

RECIPE NOTES

White beans = navy beans, kidney beans, or cannellini beans
Slow cook times can vary depending on age, size, and features, so make sure you’re well acquainted with the heating/timing tendencies of your cooker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1046mg | Potassium: 440mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition data provided as courtesy estimates using unbranded ingredients from a nutrition database. Please consult preferred resource for precise data.

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I originally published this White Chicken Chili Recipe on amandascookin.com in JAN 2019

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  1. AvatarKaren says

    September 16, 2020 at 11:16 am

    Can this be made in the instant pot? If so how long would you cook?

    Reply
    • The Kitchen GirlThe Kitchen Girl says

      September 21, 2020 at 2:21 pm

      Hi Karen, if I were to cook this in my 6-quart Instant Pot, I would most likely add all of the ingredients to the Instant Pot (adding chicken on top of the ingredients) and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes with a 10 minute natural pressure release. Let me know if you have more questions 🙂

  2. AvatarAlison says

    August 13, 2019 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    Chili in the slow-cooker is one of my go-to meals in the fall as we all get used to the busy back to school schedule. I love all the spices in this chili

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      August 13, 2019 at 8:19 am

      Thanks, Alison! Love hearing this...and those spices get the best of me too 🙂

  3. AvatarToni says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:22 am

    5 stars
    This quickly became a favorite at my house! Taste really good!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      August 13, 2019 at 7:40 am

      Thanks so much, Toni. Glad to hear it...day made! 🙂

  4. AvatarJulia says

    August 13, 2019 at 6:52 am

    5 stars
    I love recipes like this chili. It's hearty and delicious plus has an easy prep!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      August 13, 2019 at 7:39 am

      Thanks, Julia 🙂 Yes, the easiest prep ever!!

  5. AvatarBeth Neels says

    August 13, 2019 at 6:47 am

    5 stars
    I just love dump and go crockpot recipes. I couldn't resist making it! We love it so much! I love the white beans and all of the veges. The beans add so much volume! My whole family loved it! Can't wait to make it again!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      August 13, 2019 at 7:39 am

      Awesome, Beth! So glad you enjoyed it...makes my day! 🙂

  6. AvatarRaia Todd says

    August 13, 2019 at 6:45 am

    Definitely comfort food! Love the addition of corn.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      August 13, 2019 at 7:39 am

      Thanks Raia! Yes...the corn makes it! 🙂

  7. AvatarCharon says

    July 19, 2019 at 6:31 am

    My son can’t eat corn. Do you have a healthy alternative to suggest that would add the color, texture and flavor interest the corn contributes? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      July 19, 2019 at 2:19 pm

      Hi Charon, I would try yellow or red bell peppers diced up or riced cauliflower. Either should add texture, flavor, and a nice color contrast to the white chili. Hope that helps! 🙂

  8. AvatarSherry says

    June 13, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    Do I cook the chicken before placing it in the
    crockpot?

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      June 13, 2019 at 3:39 pm

      Hi Sherry, this recipe calls for uncooked chicken. I'll make sure that's more clear in the recipe. Let me know if you have any more questions. Thanks! 🙂

  9. AvatarMark Henry says

    January 29, 2018 at 10:01 am

    Yum Yum... very nice ... Loved it 🙂

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 29, 2018 at 12:12 pm

      Thanks so much Mark! Glad you loved it 🙂

  10. AvatarGinny says

    January 24, 2018 at 2:09 pm

    I love crock~pot cooking especially for soups, chilis and stews. Mild green chilies go so well with white beans in a chili like this.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 24, 2018 at 9:27 pm

      Thanks Ginny! I couldn't agree more...and so easy. You just throw and go! 🙂

  11. AvatarJillian says

    January 24, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    5 stars
    Quick prep & delicious - my favorite things!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 24, 2018 at 9:27 pm

      Thanks Jillian! Yep quick and delicious all the way! 🙂

  12. AvatarJoyce says

    January 24, 2018 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    whoa cool, white chili!! 😀 I am loving how easy everything put together and how I don't need to babysit my stove! Thank you for this recipe! 😀

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 24, 2018 at 9:26 pm

      Thanks Joyce! Yep, no babysitting THIS one! Just drop the ingredients and go get stuff done! My fav kind of crockpot cooking 🙂

  13. AvatarJessica Levinson says

    January 24, 2018 at 11:07 am

    Fix it and forget it is just the kind of dinner I need for busy weeknights! This will be perfect!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 24, 2018 at 9:25 pm

      Haha thanks Jessica, fix and forget it exactly right! My favorite meals on busy days for sure! 🙂

  14. AvatarJacqueline Meldrum says

    January 24, 2018 at 10:42 am

    Winter is the perfect time of year to get that slow cooker and and start cooking. I am notoriously bad for actually using mine. I must make more of an effort.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      January 24, 2018 at 9:24 pm

      Oh Jacqueline, this is THE perfect recipe to break you back in. You literally drop everything in and go away for hours. No pre-cooking, no searing, etc. Drop and run 🙂

  15. AvatarPam says

    November 01, 2017 at 9:48 am

    This sounds healthy, delicious and easy! I love thickening sauces and soups with beans too!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      November 01, 2017 at 10:13 am

      Ahhh, you do that trick too? I love it! It saves money, and doesn't add any extra calories or carbs to the mix! Thanks for noticing 🙂

  16. AvatarNichole says

    November 01, 2017 at 9:37 am

    5 stars
    We have cold and dreary weather in Kansas already, and this soup looks like just the fix I need to warm me up! I love "set it and forget it" cooking as well especially when I get to smell something as delicious as that white chicken chili simmering in the slow cooker all day! 🙂

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      November 01, 2017 at 10:12 am

      Thanks Nichole! I think you'll find this to be the perfect antidote for a dreary, midwest day 🙂

  17. AvatarSandi says

    November 01, 2017 at 9:24 am

    5 stars
    You are totally killing it with all of these yummy recipes lately. I love your old crock pot...mine is ancient too. I think the old ones were built to last forever.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      November 01, 2017 at 10:09 am

      Sandi, you're killin me with that lovely comment...thank you! Yea, the old school crockpot truly cooks "slow". From what I've seen and read, some of the newer ones heat control cycles are too short to cook away from home during the average work day. I'm hanging on to my orange beast 🙂

  18. AvatarAmy at cooking1handed.com says

    November 01, 2017 at 8:14 am

    5 stars
    I love recipes that use what I have in my pantry! I'm from New Mexico so I always have about 12 cans of green chiles ready and waiting...you can never have too many. This looks like a perfect dish for the cool nights of fall.

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      November 01, 2017 at 9:14 am

      Haha, can I borrow a few cans of those chilis? Last time I went to make this chili, I had zero LOL. Thanks for stopping by!

  19. AvatarElaine @ Dishes Delish says

    November 01, 2017 at 8:05 am

    5 stars
    Mmmm. I love that you use chicken thighs in this delicious chili!! I love white chili and this looks absolutely perfect!! Especially when it involves a slow cooker!! I will be trying your delicious chili this weekend!

    Reply
    • Traci AntonovichTraci Antonovich says

      November 01, 2017 at 9:12 am

      Thanks Elaine! Yeah, I'm with you on the chicken thighs...you can cook them all day and they don't dry out. Thanks for commenting...hope you love this recipe!

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