Description
Warm, creamy, and absolutely addictive, this Classic Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili is your new go-to for a cozy, no-fuss meal. Perfectly slow-cooked chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, tangy tomatoes with green chiles, and rich cream cheese come together in one comforting bowl. Whether you’re after a quick dinner, easy weeknight recipe, or healthy-ish comfort food, this dish delivers flavor and satisfaction. It’s a great addition to your list of dinner ideas, meal prep favorites, or game day food ideas.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
15 oz can corn, drained
10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
8 oz package cream cheese, softened
1 cup chicken broth
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Add black beans, corn, and the undrained diced tomatoes with green chiles.
3. Sprinkle in ranch seasoning, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour in chicken broth evenly over the ingredients.
5. Top with the block of cream cheese (do not stir).
6. Cover and cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours.
7. Remove the chicken and shred it with forks.
8. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir everything until well combined.
9. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and mix until melted.
10. Serve hot with optional toppings like cilantro or tortilla chips.
Notes
Add the cream cheese last and don’t stir until the end to ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
For a smokier flavor, include smoked paprika or chipotle powder.
To lighten the recipe, use reduced-fat cream cheese and low-sodium beans and broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg