I’m kind of ashamed to say that I spent a lot of my adult life eating fast food and frozen dinners…especially on those days when my energy and executive function are low. But it was important to me to start cooking healthier, home-cooked meals. Honestly, that was really hard on the days when I was struggling to function. That was until I discovered how easy it could be to use the slow-cooker. Then I started creating some simple dump-and-go slow-cooker recipes like this slow-cooker white chicken chili. That has made a HUGE difference in how I eat.
This recipe calls for really simple ingredients. And if your energy is low, you can substitute ingredients such as pre-cut onions instead of having to cut them up yourself. For me, it is all about making things as easy as possible. But it still allows me to make good, healthy, homemade meals.
It’s easy to make this recipe gluten-free. Just use cornstarch or another gluten-free thickener in the recipe.
I love this white chicken chili topped with some cheese and served with a side salad. Yum! Enjoy!
PrintSlow-Cooker White Chicken Chili
This quick and easy meal allows you eat something tasty and healthy, even when your energy is lower.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 people
- Category: Main Course
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1 med onion (chopped)
- 1 can chopped green chilies (drained)
- 1 can great north beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs (boneless and skinless)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 4 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the slow-cooker
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours
- Shred the chicken with two forks and serve
