Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

B(elongingness) – this chili is simple and very filling, the crock pot makes it easy to double/triple the recipe and serve large groups of people. Its a fantastic comfort food and creamy enough for anyone to enjoy. R(estoration) – it is a classic Midwest dish. Crock pot and cream cheese on a cold wintery day. I(nclusion) – As stated above, this is great for cold days when you want to curl up on the couch, watch a movie and eat something easy and warm. Great for large gatherings or even a couple people, it makes a fantastic leftover. D(iversity) – I will be honest, its not a very diverse food but a fun twist on a classic chili. G(growth) – You can easily play with the recipe and change to adapt to your taste buds or anyone else. Not a fan of spice and kick? Don’t add chili garlic sauce. Love onions? Throw some in! I bet it would be great! E(quity) – This dish is cheap. Its mostly canned goods. I love it for that reason. Groceries continue to go up in price but this has canned goods that you could find in your pantry or easily obtain. S(ubstainablity) – Again, its a cheap and hardy dish that will fill you while still have lots of flavor. Its a family favorite, easy to customize and tweak and did I mention easy clean up? What is there not to love?

Submitted By Natasha Brady

Ingredients

  • 2 Chicken Breasts
  • 1 can of black beans (drained/rinsed)
  • 1 can corn (undrained)
  • 1 10oz diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 1 package of ranch dressing mix
  • 1 8oz package of cream cheese
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp chili garlic sauce (optional if you want a kick!)
  • 1/2 cup water (if your chili seems too thick for your liking)

Instructions

  1. Simple!
  2. Throw chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, ranch dressing mix, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder (and chili garlic sauce if chosen) in a crockpot and mix.
  3. Put package of cream cheese on top (no need to stir it in, it will be too hard)
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until chicken is cooked
  5. Shred your chicken and stir cream cheese/chicken into the mix.
  6. Enjoy!

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