Easy Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe | Cait Straight Up

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 1 pound ground chicken to the crockpot.

Dice and add 1 whole white onion to the crockpot.

Add 1 to 1.5 cups of shredded carrot to the crockpot.

Add 1 can of great northern or navy beans to the crockpot.

Add 1 can of diced tomatoes and green chilies to the crockpot.

Add garlic powder, onion powder, and celery seed (or celery salt) to the crockpot.

Pour in 1 jar of buffalo sauce into the crockpot.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Stir the ingredients in the crockpot to combine.

Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.

Cooking Techniques

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