Mexican Street Corn Chicken Chili
Discover a delightful culinary experience with our Mexican Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe! This dish beautifully merges the creamy texture of white chicken chili with the vibrant flavors reminiscent of classic Mexican street corn. It’s an excellent choice for family dinners, gatherings, or a cozy night in. This hearty and satisfying meal is not only packed with protein and fresh ingredients but also offers customizable garnishes to suit every palate. Enjoy this zesty twist on chili that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large jalapeno, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 7 ounces chopped green chiles
- 4 cups fresh corn (cut off the cob)
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add garlic, jalapeno, and spices; sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, whole chicken breasts, and green chiles. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, cut corn off the cobs. Remove cooked chicken from the pot; chop or shred before returning it to the pot along with fresh corn.
- Stir in sour cream and shredded cheese; sprinkle cornstarch while stirring continuously until well combined.
- Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until thickened. Mix in lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg