Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili Dinner Recipe
Spice up your dinner with this Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili recipe that’s perfect for game day or a cozy family dinner. Packed with flavor and easy to make, it’s a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 180 mins
- Total Time: 195 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot, Stove
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder (adjust to taste)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped and seeded if desired
- 3/4 cup chopped celery
- 2–4 cups bone or chicken broth
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or cream cheese, melted
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Avocado, cheddar cheese, and Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Crockpot Method: In the crockpot, combine all main ingredients and 2 cups of broth. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Shred chicken, stir in cream cheese/yogurt and cilantro.
- Stove Method: In a Dutch oven, combine main ingredients and 2 cups of broth. Simmer for 15 mins on low, shred chicken, add cream cheese/yogurt and cilantro. Simmer until ready to serve.
- Ladle chili into bowls, top with desired toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
- Add extra buffalo sauce for more heat
- Serve with tortilla chips for a crunchy texture
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
