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Cream Cheese Crack Chicken Chili Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Chili
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Crack Chicken Chili is a comforting and creamy chili recipe that combines tender shredded chicken with flavorful spices, black beans, corn, and a cheesy cream cheese base. Perfect for a hearty meal that’s easy to prepare, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and fresh greens for added texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup bacon bits

Vegetables & Canned Goods

  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 can black beans, drained (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies

Dairy

  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp. ranch seasoning
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. paprika

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts, drained corn, drained black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, ranch seasoning, and paprika into the slow cooker or crock pot. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
  2. Cook the Chili: Cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shreddable. This slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together and the chicken to absorb the spices.
  3. Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker. This helps to mix the chicken evenly throughout the chili.
  4. Add Cheeses: Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese to the shredded chicken and chili mixture. Stir well until the cheeses melt completely and blend into a creamy consistency.
  5. Serve: Spoon the chili into bowls and top with fresh greens, additional shredded cheddar cheese if desired, and sprinkle with bacon bits for extra crunch and flavor. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer a juicier meat.
  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or extra chili powder.
  • This recipe freezes well; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • To make it lower in fat, reduce the amount of cheese or use low-fat cream cheese and cheddar.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/cream-cheese-crack-chicken-chili-recipe/