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Creamy Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

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A cozy and comforting slow cooker white chicken chili with a creamy texture from blended cottage and cream cheese, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup white corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 3 cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
  • 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
  • Avocado slices, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic to the slow cooker. Add chicken breasts, drained Great Northern beans, white corn, diced green chilies, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour in 3 cups chicken broth. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  4. Remove chicken breasts and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  5. In a blender or using an immersion blender, combine cottage cheese and softened cream cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir the blended cheese mixture into the slow cooker thoroughly. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on low to heat through and meld flavors.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or pepper if needed. Add cayenne or extra diced chilies for more heat if desired.
  8. Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and avocado slices if using. Serve warm with cornbread or a green salad.

Notes

Sautéing the onion and garlic before adding to the slow cooker enhances flavor. Use small-curd cottage cheese for smooth blending. Blend the cottage and cream cheese thoroughly to avoid lumps. Check chili an hour before end if your slow cooker runs hot to avoid overcooking. Chicken thighs can be used but require longer cooking time (7-8 hours on low).

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