slow cooker chicken chili

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. No need to shred them yet; they’ll cook to perfection and shred easily later.
2. Sprinkle the chicken with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon cumin to enhance the flavors.

Step 2: Add the Vegetables and Beans

1. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
2. Add the kidney beans, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes (with juices) to the pot.

Step 3: Season the Chili

1. Sprinkle in the chili seasoning mix, paprika, chili powder, and oregano.
2. Pour in the chicken broth (or water) to provide enough liquid for the chili to cook and come together. Stir everything well to combine.

Step 4: Slow Cook the Chili

1. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
2. After the cooking time, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the chili and stir to combine everything.

Step 5: Final Adjustments

1. Taste the chili and add more salt, pepper, or spices if desired. If you prefer a spicier chili, you can add a few dashes of hot sauce or chili flakes at this point.

Step 6: Serve and Garnish

1. Serve the chicken chili in bowls and top with your favorite garnishes, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, or avocado. For an extra crunch, add crushed tortilla chips or a side of cornbread.