This Slow Cooker Ranch White Chicken Chili is an instant favorite! The slow cooker does so much to develop the rich savory broth – it’s my favorite part!
The ranch might seem like an odd ingredient, but a ranch dressing mix is a delicious blend of a variety to herbs and spices, so it makes for the perfect way to add tons of flavor to this dish.
And don’t worry about the chilies! They aren’t spicy, so you won’t end up with chili with a lot of heat. In fact, there’s not any heat in this at all, but that could change instantly with the addition of a sliced jalapeño or habanero or even little ground habanero powder – if you like it spicy! Y’all enjoy!
Slow Cooker Ranch White Chicken Chili
Ingredients
- 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts - about 2.5 pounds
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 chicken bullion cubes
- 1 (1-ounce) packet buttermilk ranch dressing mix
- 2 (15.8-ounce) cans Great Northern beans, drained
- 2 (4.5-ounce) cans chopped green chilies
- 1 (11-ounce) can white shoepeg corn, drained
- Salt and pepper
- sour cream and fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In the crock of a 4 to 5 quart slow cooker, combine the broth, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, bullion cubes, and ranch dressing powder. Add the chicken breasts to the broth, cover, and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred the meat. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker and add the drained beans, chilies, and corn. Add salt and pepper to taste. Return the lid to the slow cooker and cook for about 30 minutes or until the chicken, beans, and corn are heated through. Serve with a dollop of fresh sour cream and fresh cilantro.
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Bonnie N says
I make white chili using ground chicken, pork, or turkey. Also with cannellini, mayocobas and chickpeas. Most all of my other ingredients are the same as yours. Absolutely cannot leave out the cumin because that just makes the chili zing. Really never thought of putting in the ranch mix. Maybe will try it next time.
Helene says
I like the idea of the ranch dressing. My chili is very similar, except I put in a can of dark red kidneys for color. Thanx for the recipe. PS, I didn’t realize there was trouble in river city. I have blogs that only show up when the writer has time or something to say. I knew you would be back eventually.
Stacey says
The ranch just gives it an extra boost of flavor! Enjoy!
Alex says
gorgeous …. thanks for the recipe
Jeni says
I have been looking for a fabulous white chili recipe to try, and this is it! Looks great!!
DJH says
to make the chili a little hotter add a LITTLE (be careful) white pepper……
DJH says
and I forgot about a cup of shredded pepper jack cheese
colton says
when do you add the cheese?
Cari says
Yes… when do you add it??
I’m half way through cooking it!
Stacey says
Yum!
Stacey says
Yes! Great idea!
colton says
can you use a can of diced tomatoes also?
Stacey says
Yes! That would be a great addition!
Elaine says
Hi,
I live in Australia and have no idea what Ranch dressing mix is?? So is there an alternative to this
Thanks
Elaine
Stacey says
Hmmm… A couple dashes of onion powered and garlic powder and a little salt should work just fine. The ranch dressing mix isn’t necessary, it just give it a punch of flavor.
Jennifer says
I bravely made this today and it was a huge hit with my family! I’m not very adventurous with my cooking but I decided to give this a try and hope for the best. As a mom of 3- I have to tell you how huge it is that everyone collectively agreed that dinner was delicious. I also found a great and easy to make corn bread recipe: box Corn Bread mix, box yellow cake mix follow ingredient instructions on back of both boxes, mix together and use the corn bread baking instructions. It comes out fluffier and sweeter
Thanks again for sharing your awesome recipe!
Stacey says
Yum! Sounds delish! So glad y’all enjoy the chili!
Tracy says
Made this last night… Delicious! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
Stacey says
You are so welcome! So glad y’all enjoyed it!
Angel says
Did you use frozen or thawed chicken?
Stacey says
I used thawed.
Sarah says
Excited to make this tomorrow! Is it spicy at all? I’m not a spicy food fan so I’m wondering if I should just do one can of green chiles? Thanks!
Stacey says
No, it’s not spicy at all. The green chiles don’t really have any heat.
Joann murphy says
I just used one can of chilis and it was perfect.i only used one can of chilis and it was perfect.
Delicious recipe.
I added avocado ,shredded jack cheese,sour cream and tortilla strips on top of each serving.
Like a thick tortilla soup.
Stacey says
The avocado sounds like a great addition! So glad you enjoyed it!
Macy says
Just like my tortilla soup recipe minus ranch and stewed tomatoes… sooo good with fried tortilla chips and avocado.
Teresa Little says
Can I use a Rotisserie Chicken?
Stacey says
Absolutely! You can also just mix it all right on the stove top if you’re going to use the precooked chicken. 🙂
Melanie says
I am making this tomorrow…can’t wait to try it! I see the chilies listed as going in initially with the chicken and then listed again added with corn, beans, etc… Can you tell me when you usually add them?
Stacey says
So sorry for the confusion. It really doesn’t make much difference, but I usually add them when I add the beans and corn.
Melanie says
Thank you! House smells amazing!!!
Stacey says
Hope y’all enjoy it!
Katelyn says
Is there nutritional information on this recipe? It sounds delicious!
Stacey says
Unfortunately not.
Judy says
I made this and it was fabulous as all of your recipes are!!! Thanks Stacey – you knocked it out of the park again.
Judy
Stacey says
Judy, you are too sweet to me! I’m so glad that you enjoyed it!
Rita Bashor says
I am thinking about using this recipe for a chili cookoff at church Sun…since I know there will be mostly the red chili types.Any suggestions? Is it correct with no chili powder? I wanted something more on the mild side since children will be eating it too. thanks
Stacey says
No chili powder. It’s very mild. Good luck!
Missy@My Sh!tty Kitchen says
I love putting the ranch in there, I can just taste this it looks so good!
Camra says
Can I cook this on high? If so, for how long? Thanks!
Stacey says
About 3 hours should do the trick.
Josh Zabierek says
I tried this without adding any salt, pepper or sour cream and tasted very well seasoned. The chicken was so tender and juicy I ended up going back for seconds. Of all the dishes I have made my wife told me to save this recipe for future. I guess I’ll be making this again! Thank you!!
Stacey says
I would say that’s a success! Glad y’all enjoyed it!!
Fran J says
Can this recipe be used in a crock pot the same way as a slow cooker? Thank you.
Stacey says
Crock pot is a just a brand name of slow cookers. Kind of like Q-Tips is a brand name of cotton swabs. The recipe should work just fine in any slow cooker. Enjoy!
Stacy says
This is a huge hit with my family. I have served it with chips, crackers, cornbread and rice. All was loved ❤️
Stacey says
So glad your family enjoyed it!!
Angela says
Hmmm wonder how this could be done in an instant pot instead of crock pot for faster cooking, anyone tried it yet?
Stacey says
I’ve not tried it, but imagine it would work just fine.
Marcia says
We has this chili for dinner tonight. It was delicious! Thanks for another great recipe.
Stacey says
So glad you enjoyed it!!