Slow Cooker Chicken Chili
This Slow Cooker Chicken Chili combines tender chicken, robust tomatoes, hearty beans, and sweet corn in a flavorful Tex-Mex-inspired dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles drained
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 14.5 ounces stewed tomatoes
- 14.5 ounces chicken broth
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 15 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces yellow corn kernels drained
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Slow Cooker Base
- Place the cubed chicken breast at the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring it forms an even layer to allow for even cooking and flavor absorption.
Layer the Ingredients
- Add the drained diced tomatoes, followed by the tomato sauce and stewed tomatoes. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture to create a rich and flavorful base.
Incorporate Vegetables
- Distribute the finely diced onion, black beans, and corn evenly over the top. This ensures a balanced texture and flavor in every bite.
Season the Chili
- Sprinkle the cayenne pepper, kosher salt, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and ground black pepper evenly across the layered ingredients. This seasoning blend provides the signature Tex-Mex warmth.
Combine the Ingredients
- Gently stir the contents of the slow cooker to integrate the spices and ensure even distribution of flavors without displacing the chicken at the base.
Cook the Chili
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat for 4–6 hours or high heat for 2–4 hours. This slow cooking process allows the ingredients to meld into a rich, flavorful dish.
Final Preparation
- Once cooking is complete, verify that the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Serve and Garnish
- Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with your choice of shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, or sliced avocado. Serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
To ensure this recipe is gluten-free, verify that all canned ingredients (such as chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and beans) are labeled gluten-free. Additionally, confirm that the spices are free from cross-contamination or hidden gluten-based additives.