Crockpot White Chicken Chili Soup
A comforting, family-friendly soup made with tender chicken, beans, and spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 4 cups chicken broth (Be generous for a cozy soup.)
- Salt and pepper to taste (Start light on salt.)
Optional toppings
- Sour cream (Adds creamy coolness.)
- Cilantro (Chop just before serving for freshness.)
- Avocado (Pick a slightly firm avocado.)
- Shredded cheese (Mild cheddar or Monterey jack recommended.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a crockpot, combine chicken breasts, white beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and chicken broth.
- Place everything in a roughly even layer so flavors mingle.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- The chicken will be cooked through when it reaches 165°F.
- Before serving, shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks. Stir to combine.
Serving
- Serve warm with optional toppings as desired.
Notes
For ingredient swaps, consider using frozen corn, swapping chicken breasts for thighs, or adding cream or cream cheese for a richer finish.