Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish combining ground chicken, creamy buffalo wing sauce, and hearty beans. Slow-cooked to perfection, it offers a spicy twist on classic chili with a smooth, cheesy finish, perfect for game day or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (high) or 8 hours (low)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (high) or 8 hours 15 minutes (low)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 15 oz canned white navy beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Liquids
- 14.5 oz canned fire roasted tomatoes, drained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
Seasonings and Flavorings
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (start with 1/4 cup and add more at end if needed)
- 1 package ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Dairy
- 8 oz cream cheese
- Blue cheese crumbles (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Brown the Chicken: Begin by browning the ground chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to your slow cooker. Alternatively, brown the chicken ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: To the slow cooker with the browned chicken, add the drained white navy beans, fire roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, buffalo wing sauce (start with 1/4 cup), ranch dressing mix, frozen corn, onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, dried cilantro, and salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add Cream Cheese: Place the block of cream cheese on top of the mixture without stirring it in. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
- Cook the Chili: Cook on high heat for 4 hours or on low heat for 8 hours. The slow cooking process melds the flavors together and softens all ingredients nicely.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese and Adjust Flavor: After cooking, stir the chili thoroughly to incorporate the softened cream cheese, creating a creamy consistency. Taste and add additional buffalo wing sauce as desired for more heat and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the chili hot, topped with blue cheese crumbles if desired, for an added tangy kick.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of buffalo wing sauce or use a mild variety.
- Can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- This chili pairs well with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal.
- To make it spicier, add a diced jalapeño or cayenne pepper during step 2.
- For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and blue cheese with vegan alternatives.
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