Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili – This comforting, hearty chili is packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to keeping it from being too spicy is to add the buffalo sauce at the end. This lets you control the heat level to your liking. The result is a cozy, hearty meal that’s sure to become a family favorite. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Creamy Broccoli and Quinoa Bake for Dinner and Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate.
Why This Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- It's easy to make in the slow cooker
- The buffalo chicken flavor is irresistible
- It's a complete meal in one pot
What You'll Need for Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Canned black beans
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Onion
- Buffalo wing sauce
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Buffalo wing sauce
- Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: Diced green onions
- Optional: Sour cream
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts, black beans, diced tomatoes, onion, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 3: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it. Return it to the slow cooker and add buffalo wing sauce. Stir to combine.
- Step 4: Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese, diced green onions, and sour cream if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
- : For a thicker chili, you can mix in a slurry of cornstarch and water before serving.
- Common mistake and fix: If your chili is too spicy, you can add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt to each serving to help balance the heat.
- : You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn to the slow cooker for extra nutrition and flavor.
Storing & Reheating Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
Freezing Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
Freeze leftovers in individual portions for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a smokier flavor, you can add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the chili.
- Best substitution: If you don't have buffalo wing sauce, you can use hot sauce and butter to make your own.
- Make-ahead: You can make this chili up to 2 days ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your chili is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of chicken broth or water.
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Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Canned black beans
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Onion
- Buffalo wing sauce
Seasonings
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Buffalo wing sauce
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Diced green onions
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts, black beans, diced tomatoes, onion, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 3: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it. Return it to the slow cooker and add buffalo wing sauce. Stir to combine.
- Step 4: Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese, diced green onions, and sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a smokier flavor, you can add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the chili.
- Best substitution: If you don't have buffalo wing sauce, you can use hot sauce and butter to make your own.
- Make-ahead: You can make this chili up to 2 days ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your chili is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of chicken broth or water.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze leftovers in individual portions for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can! Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a natural release.
You may have added too much buffalo wing sauce. Next time, add it a little at a time to your liking.
Yes, this chili is perfect for parties! Make it ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve. It's even better the next day.
You can add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt to each serving to help balance the heat.
Yes, you can freeze this chili for up to 3 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
