Description
This Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Crack Chicken Chili is a hearty, flavorful, and creamy chili made with tender chicken, beans, corn, and a blend of spices, enriched with cream cheese and cheddar for a rich finish. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, it’s a comforting dish that combines the best of classic chili and creamy chicken recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 chicken breasts
Vegetables and Beans
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can black beans, drained (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies
Liquids and Spices
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
Dairy and Toppings
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place chicken breasts, drained corn, drained black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, ranch seasoning, and paprika into the slow cooker. This forms the base of your chili.
- Cook Chicken: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender to the point where it can be easily shredded.
- Shred Chicken and Add Cheese: Remove the chicken breasts, shred them finely using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir well to combine everything into a creamy chili mixture.
- Serve Chili: Spoon the chili into bowls and garnish with additional shredded cheese, fresh greens like chopped cilantro or green onions if desired, and sprinkle with bacon bits for a delicious crunchy topping.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or additional diced green chilies.
- You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- If you prefer a thicker chili, cook uncovered during the last 30 minutes to reduce the liquid.
- Serve with tortilla chips, cornbread, or over rice for a heartier meal.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
