Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable and flavorful.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes offer a vibrant flavor, while crushed are budget-friendly.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika adds color and flavor, and cayenne is often less expensive.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are nutritious, while pinto beans are usually cheaper.

Add all of the ingredients except for the cream cheese, Greek yogurt and toppings to a slow cooker and stir to combine.

Set the slow cooker on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.

Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred on a cutting board or spare plate using two forks.

Add the cream cheese to the slow cooker and whisk until no lumps remain.

Add the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker and cook for another 30 minutes.

Turn off the slow cooker and quickly stir in the Greek yogurt.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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