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Street Corn Chicken

Creamy Street Corn Chicken for a Cozy Dinner Night

Enjoy a comforting meal with this creamy Street Corn Chicken, packed with flavor and easily customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 cds Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs add richer flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Can be substituted with vegan alternatives.
  • 1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Feta can be substituted.
  • Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Jarred garlic is a handy alternative.
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder Can substitute with chipotle or cayenne.
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Essential for a smoky flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder Enhances complexity.
For Serving
  • Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the boneless chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Layer the corn over the chicken, followed by cream cheese cubes, cotija cheese, and lime juice.
  3. Sprinkle the minced garlic and chili powder evenly on top, avoiding stirring.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  5. Once cooked, carefully remove the lid and shred the chicken with two forks.
  6. Scoop the creamy Street Corn Chicken onto plates and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep, and leftovers remain delicious. Experiment with variations for a unique twist.

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