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Creamy Slow Cooker Pumpkin White Chicken Chili

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A savory, rich, and comforting white chicken chili thickened with pure pumpkin puree instead of flour or heavy cream. It offers a velvety texture and subtle earthiness that balances tangy white cheddar and spicy jalapeños.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin puree
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) Great Northern beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 3–4 stalks green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken and vegetables: Pat chicken dry and dice into 1-inch cubes. Dice onion and jalapeño, and mince garlic.
  2. Add ingredients to the slow cooker: Place chicken, onion, jalapeño, and garlic in the slow cooker pot. Add drained beans.
  3. Season: Whisk together cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over the chicken and vegetables.
  4. Add liquids: Pour in chicken broth and pumpkin puree. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours (or HIGH for 3-4 hours) until chicken reaches 165°F.
  6. Shred chicken (Optional): Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the pot, or leave cubed.
  7. Add cream and cheese: Stir in heavy cream and shredded white cheddar. Stir gently until melted. Do not boil.
  8. Finish: Stir in fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with green onions.

Notes

[‘Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.’, ‘Always drain and rinse canned beans to remove excess sodium and starch.’, ‘Add dairy (cream and cheese) at the end on LOW heat or after turning off the heat to prevent separation.’, ‘Fresh lime juice is crucial for balancing the richness; do not skip.’, ‘Flavors improve overnight, making it excellent for meal prep.’, ‘Freeze before adding dairy if planning to store long-term.’]

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Keywords: slow cooker, pumpkin chili, white chicken chili, creamy chili, healthy dinner, meal prep, gluten-free, comfort food

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