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Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe

Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe
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4.8 from 20 reviews

Indulge in the rich flavors of this Street Corn Chicken Chili, a creamy and hearty dish with a Southwestern twist. Packed with tender chicken, sweet corn, and white beans in a luscious cream cheese base, this chili is a comforting meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Chili:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn (or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn)
  • 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Creamy Base:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened. Stir in garlic.
  2. Cook Chicken: Add chicken pieces and cook until browned. Stir in green chiles, corn, white beans, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  3. Add Creamy Base: Reduce heat and stir in cream cheese until melted. Add sour cream and shredded cheese. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Serve hot, topped with desired toppings.

Notes

  • To make this chili spicier, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • It thickens as it sits, making it great for leftovers and meal prep.
  • Can also be made with shredded rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.

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