Description

A hearty and flavorful Crockpot Chipotle Queso Chicken Chili featuring tender chicken, smoky chipotle and smoked paprika spices, creamy cheese, and a blend of vegetables and beans slow-cooked to perfection. This comforting chili is perfect for gatherings or a cozy meal and can be topped with fresh avocado, Greek yogurt, cilantro, and green onions for extra freshness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 yellow onion, chopped
2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp smoked paprika
2 tsp chipotle chili powder
2 tsp cumin
Kosher salt, to taste
2 red bell peppers, chopped
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
2 andouille sausage links, quartered (optional)
2 cup red salsa
1 can (12 oz) pumpkin beer or beer of choice
6 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onion

For Serving

Avocado slices
Greek yogurt or sour cream

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In the bowl of your crockpot, add the chopped onion, chicken breasts or thighs, chili powder, smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, cumin, and kosher salt. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
Add Vegetables and Liquids: Add the chopped red bell peppers, pickled jalapeños, diced green chilies, and andouille sausage if using. Pour over the red salsa, then pour in the pumpkin beer or your beer of choice.
Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
Add Cheeses and Beans: Stir in the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and drained black beans. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes or until the cheeses have melted completely and the chili is creamy.
Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro, chopped green onions, avocado slices, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream as desired. Enjoy your delicious and comforting chipotle queso chicken chili!

Notes

You can substitute the andouille sausage with another spicy sausage or omit it for a milder chili.
Adjust the chipotle chili powder according to your preferred heat level.
Using chicken thighs will yield a juicier chili, but breasts work fine as well.
Allow the chili to rest for a few minutes after cooking to let flavors meld together.
Serve with warm cornbread or tortilla chips for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 75mg