Description
A hearty and comforting slow cooker chicken chili made with tender shredded chicken, beans, tomatoes, and warm spices. This easy set-it-and-forget-it meal is protein-packed, flavorful, and perfect for busy days or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, avocado slices, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Optional: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
- Add sautéed onion and garlic if using.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Stir well and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra flavor and tenderness.
- Add diced green chilies for more depth.
- Mash some beans before serving for a thicker consistency.
- Include jalapeños or cayenne for additional heat.
- Add bell peppers or zucchini for extra vegetables.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
