Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili with Parsnips and Green Chiles
Enjoy a cozy bowl of Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili with Parsnips and Green Chiles, a flavorful, nutrient-packed dish featuring tender chicken, hearty beans, and warming spices with a seasonal twist. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or holiday meal prep.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker (6-quart or larger)
- cutting board
- Chef's Knife
- measuring spoons
- measuring cups
- Juicer
- mixing spoon
- Fork for shredding chicken
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for more flavor)
- 2-3 medium parsnips peeled and diced
- 2 15 oz cans white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 4 oz can diced green chiles
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric for its anti-inflammatory benefits
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
- Optional toppings: avocado slices Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, lime wedges
Instructions
- Peel and dice the parsnips and chop the onion and garlic.
- Rinse and drain the beans.
- In a large slow cooker, place the chicken breasts at the bottom.
- Add the diced parsnips, white beans, green chiles, onion, garlic, and all the spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper).
- Pour the chicken broth over the top and stir slightly to mix the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender and the parsnips are soft.
- Once done, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine everything.
- Squeeze the juice of one lime into the chili and stir it in for a burst of freshness.
- Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Add optional toppings like avocado slices, a dollop of Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, or extra lime wedges for added flavor.
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Notes
Nutritional Information per serving:
Calories: 398
Fat: 5.5g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 49g
Servings: 6
Calories: 398kcal