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Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili

Creamy Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili is a creamy comfort food that combines tender chicken and satisfying textures, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Corn frozen or canned
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Tomatoes with Green Chilies such as Rotel
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 6 slices Bacon cooked until crispy
  • 1 packet Ranch Mix homemade is an option
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese cut into cubes
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded, sharp recommended
Toppings (Optional)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream for serving
  • 1 pkg Tortilla Chips for serving

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towel, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare the Cheese and Spices: Chop the cream cheese into cubes and measure out spices: cumin, chili powder, onion powder, smoked paprika.
  3. Layer the Chicken: Place chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker. If frozen, account for extra cooking time.
  4. Add the Vegetables and Beans: Incorporate corn, black beans, and tomatoes with green chilies into the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth.
  5. Season the Chili: Sprinkle ranch mix and spices over the ingredients in the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Add the Cooked Bacon: Fold in the crispy bacon pieces.
  7. Incorporate the Cream Cheese: Distribute cream cheese cubes over the top of the mixture.
  8. Slow Cook the Chili: Cover and set to LOW for 6 to 8 hours or until chicken shreds easily.
  9. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it back into the chili.
  10. Add the Cheddar Cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  11. Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream or tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best texture, add cream cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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