Description
If you’re craving a bold, comforting dish that’s both effortless and packed with flavor, this Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili is exactly what you need. It’s the perfect blend of spicy buffalo wings and hearty chili, creating a creamy, satisfying meal that works for game day, easy dinners, or meal prep. With tender shredded chicken, rich spices, and a smooth, cheesy finish, this easy recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for dinner ideas or cozy food ideas that don’t require hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts
1 cup buffalo sauce
2 cups chicken broth
8 oz cream cheese
1 can white beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed)
1 can black beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed)
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 small carrots, diced
1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
1 cup shredded cheese
2 green onions, sliced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
1. Dice the onion, celery, and carrots, and mince the garlic. Drain and rinse the beans.
2. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Add beans, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, celery, and carrots on top.
4. Pour in buffalo sauce and chicken broth. Add salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
6. Remove chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
7. Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted and creamy.
8. Let cook for another 15–20 minutes.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Serve hot with shredded cheese, green onions, and optional dressing.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese for smoother blending.
Adjust buffalo sauce based on your spice preference.
For thicker chili, mash some beans before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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