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Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili

A hearty and spicy dish featuring tender chicken, robust beans, and zesty buffalo sauce, perfect for game days or cozy family dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast Use chicken thighs for more flavor.
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
  • 1 can 28 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce Adjust spice level as preferred.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • garnish Chopped green onions or cilantro For garnish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place chicken breast at the bottom of your crock pot.
  • Add kidney beans, black beans, and corn over the chicken.
  • Pour in the contents of canned diced tomatoes.
  • Add buffalo sauce, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Gently stir all ingredients together.

Cooking

  • Place the lid on the crock pot and set to high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
  • After cooking, remove chicken breast and shred it using two forks.
  • Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir well.
  • Stir once more before serving.

Serving Suggestions

  • Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with green onions or cilantro.
  • Serve with toppings like cheese, sour cream, or avocado.
  • Optionally serve over rice, in tacos, or with bread.

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Notes

Chili can be made ahead of time and often tastes better the next day. Store leftovers in airtight containers.
Keyword buffalo chicken, Chili, Crock Pot, Hearty Meal, Slow Cooker