Slow Cooker Creamy White Chicken Chili
Tender shredded chicken breast and white beans simmered with mild green chilies in a rich broth, stirred with plain Greek yogurt for a creamy texture. A quick 10-minute prep meal that delivers high protein with minimal effort.
Prep
10 min
Cook
240 min
Total
250 min
Makes
3 servings
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Made by Tiff + Lila
Tiff created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
240 min
Total
250 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Place chicken breast
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Place chicken breast
Place chicken breast, canned white beans, canned green chilies, chicken broth, olive oil, ground cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder into the slow cooker insert.
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Cover with the lid and set the…
Cover with the lid and set the slow cooker to cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 7 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with two forks.
Look for: the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with two forks
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting…
Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board, shred using two forks, and return the shredded meat back to the slow cooker.
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Turn off the heat or set the…
Turn off the heat or set the slow cooker to warm, then stir in the plain Greek yogurt until completely melted and smoothly integrated into the warm broth.
Look for: completely melted and smoothly integrated into the warm broth
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Ladle into warm bowls and serve immediately
Ladle into warm bowls and serve immediately. Store remaining portions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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