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{VIDEO} Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili (Paleo, Whole30)

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August 7, 2019 By Shannon Epstein 17 Comments

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Buffalo chicken chili is an easy chili that can be served year-round. Make this healthy paleo and whole30 chili recipe in your slow cooker or Instant Pot.

Buffalo chicken chili is an easy chili that can be served year-round. Make this healthy paleo and whole30 chili recipe in your slow cooker or Instant Pot. 

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Updated 2019 with Instant Pot instructions

It’s no secret I love a good chili recipe. Like roasts, chili is one of those recipes that’s made for the slow cooker. This healthy buffalo chicken chili recipe has been on my blog for over 2 years now and it’s long overdue for an update. I updated the recipe to remove the bottle of buffalo sauce that was used. I removed the store-bought sauce because I didn’t want you to have to buy a specific paleo or whole30 buffalo sauce to be able to make this recipe; the new recipe you see here uses ingredients you probably already have in your house like hot sauce and chili powder. But…it’s no longer a 5-ingredient recipe. Also added below are instructions for the Instant Pot and a new video.

before pic of buffalo chicken chili in the instant pot before it cooks

before (Instant Pot)

Other chili recipes you might enjoy:

Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Pumpkin Chili (Paleo, Whole30)

Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Indian Spiced Chili (Paleo, Whole30)

Slow Cooker Chunky Beef Chili (Paleo, Whole30)

after pic of buffalo chicken chili in the instant pot after cook time is over

after (Instant Pot)

Buffalo Chicken Flavors

Buffalo chicken chili is inspired by the flavors of buffalo chicken wings. Buffalo chicken wings are wings that are fried then coated in a sauce consisting of hot sauce & melted butter, and served with a side of carrots and celery. I took the flavors of buffalo chicken wings, paired them with traditional chili flavors and voilà – here you have buffalo chicken chili.

finished pic of instant pot buffalo chicken chili

garnished with green onions

Using Chicken Breasts

I understand that ground chicken can sometimes be hard to find or on the expensive side. If you want, you can substitute the ground chicken for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. If you go this route, skip step number 1 in the slow cooker and Instant Pot (pressure cooker) instructions. Boneless, skinless breasts or thighs do not need to be browned before cooking. Simply add the chicken to the slow cooker or Instant Pot along with the rest of the ingredients. No other modifications to the recipe needs to be made. When done cooking, remove the chicken, shred it and stir it back in to the chili. That’s it.

buffalo chicken chili paleo whole30 in a bowl

Using Sweet Potatoes

Since this buffalo chicken chili recipe is paleo and whole30, I did not use any beans. Since it’s bean-free but not necessarily low-carb, I wanted to add a potato replacement so I went with sweet potatoes. If sweet potatoes aren’t your jam, you can use your preferred potato (waxy potatoes work better) or just omit it all together.

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili VIDEO:

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{VIDEO} Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili (Paleo, Whole30)


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  • Author: Fit SlowCooker Queen
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 2 lb ground chicken
  • 3/4 cup hot sauce
  • 15 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2–3 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 medium-size carrots, peeled & diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp oil

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Heat large skillet. Once hot, add oil and ground chicken and cook a few minutes until no longer pink. Drain grease.
  2. Add chicken along with all other ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
  3. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.

Instant Pot

  1. Turn on the IP and select Sauté. Once hot add oil, and ground chicken and cook until no longer pink. Drain grease if you need to. Remove chicken and add onion, bell pepper, carrots, and celery & cook a few minutes until vegetables soften.
  2. Add chicken back into the pressure cooker along with all the remaining ingredients. Stir to mix well.
  3. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 15 minutes. Quick release pressure.

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As with most chili recipes, I find that this is even better served the next day. I used a  6-quart slow cooker or Instant Pot for this recipe.

instant pot buffalo chicken chili before cooking

 

 

 

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Filed Under: Healthy Takes on Classic Dishes, Instant Pot, Instant Pot - Poultry, Paleo, Poultry, Slow Cooker, Slow Cooker - Poultry, Whole 30 Tagged With: chili, crock pot, freezer meal, instant pot, paleo, slow cooker, whole 30

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Comments

  1. Heather says

    August 8, 2019 at 4:47 pm

    Buffalo is Bomb! I can’t wait to try this recipe.

    ★★★★★

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  2. Helen Costello says

    March 3, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    This looks like an incredible slow cooker dish – I love that it has so few ingredients. I wish buffalo sauce was easier to come across in the uK.

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  3. Cait Weingartner says

    February 22, 2017 at 12:13 am

    There is nothing better after a long day at work, than coming home to a fully cooked dinner! I’m always looking to expand my slow cooker options, and this recipe looks amazing! Thanks for sharing, I can’t wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  4. aflagel says

    February 21, 2017 at 6:19 am

    I love crockpot recipes . . . they are so easy! I’m always on the lookout for new recipes . . . adding this one to my recipe book.

    Reply
  5. 2014ritchie says

    February 21, 2017 at 5:02 am

    I love that there are so few ingredients and slow cooker dishes can sure be handy. I think my family would love this. Thanks!

    Reply
  6. Vicki @ Babies to Bookworms says

    February 20, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    I love Buffalo chicken dishes. I will have to add this to my meal plan! Thank you!

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  7. theurbenlife says

    February 20, 2017 at 2:23 pm

    Yum! This looks great 🙂 I love that there’s sweet potatoes 🙂

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  8. Jolina says

    February 20, 2017 at 2:14 pm

    We love chili! Especially ones made in the slow cooker (so easy!). I’ve never had one without beans I don’t think, so I’m really looking forward to trying this one!

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  9. Lisa Sell says

    February 20, 2017 at 2:08 pm

    We have been thinking about getting a slow cooker. Now I’ve seen this recipe we definitely will be!

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  10. Dominique| Perchance to Cook says

    February 20, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    I’ve always wanted to try buffalo chicken chili…. these photos made me realize that I need to make this now!

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  11. Elle says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    Whoa! I’ve never thought about putting sweet potatoes in chili! I’ll have to give this a shot!

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  12. Kandja Abigail Sylla says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    I can’t believe this recipe only got 5 ingredients! It looks so delicious. So perfect for the cold weather. Thanks for the share. xx

    http://www.prettyweirdbombshell.com/being-more-mindful/

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  13. maplebee92 says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    This looks delicious, hearty and perfect for winter!

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  14. DMVatter says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:43 pm

    This sounds fabulous…. and healthy! I’ve been absolutely addicted to hot sauce lately!

    Reply
  15. JoAn Richardson says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Looks yummy and simple! Going to add to my list of recipes to try.

    Reply
  16. lifeshelives11 says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    Would you believe that I was JUST talking to my fiance about craving buffalo chicken chili yesterday? This sounds really good! Making!

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  17. T. M. Brown says

    February 20, 2017 at 1:12 pm

    This looks nice and simple and something my boys would enjoy. I have a few who absolutely love buffalo style chicken dishes. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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