Description
This Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili takes the zesty, spicy flavor of buffalo chicken wings and marries it with the hearty, comforting nature of a classic chili. It’s a “dump and go” slow cooker meal that delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort. A block of cream cheese melted in at the end provides a luxuriously creamy finish that perfectly balances the heat.
Ingredients
1 pound ground chicken
15 oz canned white navy beans, drained and rinsed
14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes, drained
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 – 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
1 package ranch dressing mix
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 oz cream cheese
Blue cheese crumbles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Brown the Chicken:
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground chicken until fully browned. Drain off any excess fat. (This step is optional but recommended for deeper flavor).
Combine Ingredients in the Crockpot:
Transfer the browned chicken to your crockpot. Add the navy beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing mix, frozen corn, and all spices. Stir to combine.
Slow Cook to Perfection:
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the Creamy Finish:
About 30 minutes before serving, add the block of cream cheese to the crockpot. Cover and let it melt, stirring occasionally until the chili is smooth and creamy. Taste and add more buffalo sauce if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Stovetop Method:
If you prefer, you can make this on the stovetop. Brown the chicken in a large Dutch oven, then add all other ingredients except the cream cheese. Simmer for at least 30 minutes, then stir in the cream cheese at the end until melted and creamy.
Chicken Variation:
Instead of ground chicken, you can use 1-1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Place them in the crockpot whole and shred the cooked chicken with two forks before adding the cream cheese.
Toppings are Key:
This chili is best served with classic buffalo chicken accompaniments. Top with blue cheese crumbles, a drizzle of ranch dressing, or shredded cheddar to complete the dish.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 240
- Category: Main Course, Chili
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: crockpot buffalo chicken chili, slow cooker chili, chicken chili, easy weeknight dinner, game day food, creamy chili