Description
Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of our Mexican Street Corn Chicken Chili! This delightful dish marries the creamy texture of white chicken chili with the bold, fresh tastes found in traditional Mexican street corn. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner, gearing up for game day, or bringing a dish to a potluck, this chili is sure to impress. With its rich blend of spices, juicy chicken, and sweet corn, each spoonful offers a comforting yet zesty experience. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Don’t miss out on this crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 large sweet onion, peeled and chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 7 ounces chopped green chiles (mild or medium)
- 4 cups fresh corn cut off the cob (about 4–5 cobs)
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper for 2–3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, chicken breasts, and green chiles to the pot. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil before reducing heat and simmering for 20 minutes.
- While cooking, cut corn off cobs and set aside. After chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it.
- Stir in fresh corn and return shredded chicken to the pot. Mix in sour cream and cheese, then sprinkle cornstarch while stirring until thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Finish by stirring in lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra creaminess without sour cream, substitute Greek yogurt. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of jalapeno or cayenne pepper used. You can also use frozen corn instead of fresh if you're short on time.