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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili for Comforting Family Dinners

This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili combines the bold flavors of Buffalo wings in a simple, hearty dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Cheese Melting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spice Mix
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper Adjust according to taste
Chili Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing aromatics
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 cans Great Northern Beans Drained and pureed
  • 1 can Fire-Roasted Canned Tomatoes
  • 1 can Diced Green Chilies Optional
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Diced
  • 4 ounces Neufchâtel Cheese Optional

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Bowls

Method
 

Preparing the Chili
  1. In a small bowl, combine the spice mix ingredients and stir until well mixed.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix olive oil, onion, celery, and garlic with half of the spice mix. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
  3. Blend two cans of drained beans with 1 cup of chicken broth until smooth, then pour into the slow cooker.
  4. Add the remaining beans, tomatoes, green chilies, diced chicken, and the rest of the spice mix to the slow cooker, stirring well.
  5. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. 30 minutes before serving, stir in Neufchâtel cheese until melted.
  7. Stir before serving, check seasoning, and serve hot, garnished as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 29gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use boneless skinless chicken thighs for a juicier chili, adjust cayenne for heat preferences, and sauté aromatics to enhance flavors.

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