Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Mexican Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe, a delightful fusion of creamy white chicken chili and the classic taste of Mexican street corn. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a lively game day gathering. With its rich texture, zesty spices, and the satisfying crunch of fresh corn, this chili is sure to become a favorite. Easy to prepare and customizable with various toppings like avocado and tortilla chips, it’s not just delicious but also versatile! Enjoy a hearty bowl that warms both your heart and your palate.
Ingredients
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- 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
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 2-3 minutes, then add minced garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Sauté until softened.
- Add chicken broth, whole chicken breasts, and green chiles; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked.
- Cut corn off the cobs while chili simmers. Remove cooked chicken from pot and shred it before returning it to the pot along with fresh corn.
- Stir in sour cream and shredded cheese; sprinkle cornstarch while stirring rapidly to avoid clumps.
- Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until thickened. Mix in lime juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg