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Creamy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

Close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy, orange-red buffalo chicken chili featuring shredded chicken and dark red kidney beans.
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This hearty Buffalo Chicken Chili recipe uses the slow cooker to create a bold, spicy, and comforting meal perfect for game day or a busy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (use your favorite brand)
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional toppings: ranch or blue cheese dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Place the shredded chicken, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green chilies, and chicken broth into your slow cooker.
  2. Pour the buffalo wing sauce over the ingredients. Stir well to combine everything.
  3. Add the cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir again.
  4. Place the cubed cream cheese evenly over the top of the chili mixture. Do not stir it in yet.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, remove the lid and stir the chili until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is creamy.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • For a stovetop version, combine all ingredients except the cream cheese in a large pot. Simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Stir in the cream cheese until melted before serving.
  • If you prefer a tangier flavor, add 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar when you add the spices.
  • This recipe makes a great base for a White Chicken Chili Twist; simply omit the darker beans and use only white beans (like cannellini or great northern).

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