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Crockpot 3-Bean Chicken Chili

Hearty Crockpot 3-Bean Chicken Chili Recipe in 4 Hours

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A hearty and flavorful 3-bean chicken chili made easily in a crockpot, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 mins - 6 hours 10 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless raw chicken breast
  • 1 can (16 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans or black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 oz) fire-roasted green chiles
  • 2 medium onions, diced
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Set up your slow cooker with a liner for easy cleanup.
  2. Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Cook onions until translucent, add garlic for the last 30 seconds, then transfer to the slow cooker. (You can skip this step and add them raw.)
  3. Layer the chicken in the slow cooker, then add remaining ingredients on top. Gently mix everything above the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook for 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low.
  5. Check the chicken temperature with a thermometer (165°F minimum). Shred the chicken before serving.

Notes

  • Use any beans you prefer.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper for spiciness.
  • For extra flavor, top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg