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Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili

Creamy Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a creamy and comforting Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili, perfect for busy weeknights and cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Cream Cheese Melting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Can substitute with thighs for added moisture.
  • 11 oz Corn Canned or frozen for convenience.
  • 15 oz Black Beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 10 oz Tomatoes with Green Chilies Use spicy Rotel for extra kick.
  • 2.5 cups Chicken Broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1.25 cups Bacon Cooked and chopped.
For Seasoning
  • 1 oz Ranch Mix Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1.5 tsp Cumin
  • 1.5 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika
For the Creamy Finish
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Cut into cubes before adding.
  • 1.25 cups Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar for depth.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In your slow cooker, layer the chicken breasts at the bottom, followed by corn, black beans, and tomatoes. Pour chicken broth over the top.
  3. Combine cumin, chili powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ranch mix in a small bowl, sprinkle over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  4. Gently stir the crispy bacon pieces into the mixture. Distribute the cream cheese cubes on top without stirring.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, do not lift the lid during cooking.
  6. After cooking, remove the chicken and shred, then return to the pot and stir.
  7. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Add cream cheese only in the last 30 minutes of cooking. Adjust spices as preferred. For juiciness, consider chicken thighs. Always rinse beans and corn to prevent diluted flavor.

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