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Easy Crock Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili Recipe

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This creamy and comforting crock pot chicken chili is easy to make and full of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 15- oz. can black beans
  • 1 15.25- oz. can corn undrained
  • 1 10- oz. can Rotel tomatoes undrained
  • 1 package ranch dressing mix
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 8- oz package light cream cheese
  • 2 chicken breasts

Instructions

  • Start with the chicken: Place your chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. This ensures they cook evenly and stay super moist, since they’re at the heart of the heat. Pro tip: Season your chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper for extra flavor right from the start.
  • Layer the beans, corn, and tomatoes: Add your drained and rinsed black beans, the entire can of corn (juice and all!), and Rotel tomatoes over the chicken. No need to stir just yet—it’ll all blend together as it cooks.
  • Season it up: Sprinkle on your cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and the ranch dressing mix. I like to use my hands to make sure the spices are spread evenly across the top of everything.
  • Top with cream cheese: Lay your cream cheese block on top of everything. It’ll slowly melt into the chili as it cooks, creating a silky, rich texture that you’ll stir in later.
  • Cook on low: Set your crock pot to low and let it do its thing for 6-8 hours. You can also cook it on high for 3-4 hours if you’re short on time, but low and slow really brings out the best flavors.
  • Shred the chicken: Once it’s done cooking, use your tongs or two forks to pull the chicken out, shred it, and mix it back into the chili. It should be tender enough to fall apart with barely any effort.
  • Stir and enjoy: After you’ve shredded the chicken, give everything a good stir to fully incorporate the cream cheese. Then, grab a spoon and dig in!

Notes

How to serve it up

This chili is hearty enough to be served on its own, but it’s even better with some toppings and sides. Here are a few ideas:

  • Toppings: A dollop of sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado, or some chopped cilantro will take your bowl to the next level. Crushed tortilla chips or Fritos add a perfect crunch.
  • Sides: Serve it with warm cornbread, tortilla chips, or even a side of rice if you want something to soak up all that creamy goodness.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 heur
  • Category: Dinner

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