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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

This healthier version of classic buffalo chicken in soup form is perfect for a game-day party or a cold night’s dinner. Store-bought buffalo sauce makes the prep work a pinch, and there’s no need to pre-sauté anything on the stove. Just toss everything in, press START and a comforting dinner will be waiting for you at the end of the day!
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Course: Dinner, Lunch
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Servings: 8
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb. chicken thighs
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. dried dill
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • 1 yellow onion (chopped)
  • 3 large carrots (chopped)
  • 3 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 4 cups sweet potato (cut into 1” cubes)
  • ¾ cup jarred buffalo sauce
  • 1 14.5- oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup reduced fat plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Jalapeño and/or cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  • In the bottom of the slow cooker, add chicken thighs and sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried dill, salt and pepper.
  • Next, layer chopped onion, carrots, celery, garlic and sweet potatoes. Pour in the buffalo sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes and chicken broth. Do not stir.
  • Place the lid securely on the slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Once cooked, remove chicken thighs from the slow cooker to the cutting board. Let them cool for a few minutes, then carefully shred with two forks.
  • Optional step: While chicken is cooling, slowly whisk in Greek yogurt to the slow cooker with the heat still turned on. Continue stirring with a whisk to prevent clumping.
  • Add shredded chicken back to the slow cooker. Stir and taste for spices. Add sea salt and pepper as needed.
  • If desired, top with cilantro or jalapeño and enjoy!

Notes

  • Chicken breasts will also work well here.
  • Feel free to add a leafy green at the end of the cook time to boost its nutritional value.
  • You can use white potatoes in place of sweet potatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 21gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1204mgPotassium: 663mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 14462IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg
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Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
Amount per Serving
Calories
320
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
16
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
85
mg
28
%
Sodium
 
1204
mg
52
%
Potassium
 
663
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
24
g
8
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
21
g
42
%
Vitamin A
 
14462
IU
289
%
Vitamin C
 
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
120
mg
12
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.