Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili is a warm, comforting dish that combines tender chicken with zesty spices and creamy cheese for a deliciously satisfying meal. Perfect for chilly evenings or lively gatherings, this easy slow cooker recipe allows the rich flavors to meld together effortlessly. Serve it with your favorite toppings for an explosion of taste in every bowl!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (preferably fire-roasted)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and chicken broth over the chicken; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add cream cheese; stir until melted and well combined.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with toppings like cilantro or shredded cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 107mg
Keywords: - For additional flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker.- Feel free to customize with different beans or spices based on your preferences.