Description

Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken, sweet corn, and a creamy sauce. This recipe combines simple ingredients to create an unforgettable flavor that works perfectly for a quick dinner or comfort food option.

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 2 pounds total
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 cans corn kernels, drained (15.25 ounces each)
1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup mexican crema or sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest, from about 1 lime, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled, plus more for serving
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Mix chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, kosher salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Dry the chicken and rub the seasoning mix evenly on both sides.
Place seasoned chicken at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker, adding corn, jalapeño (if using), and minced garlic around it.
Pour chicken broth around the chicken, ensuring it doesn’t cover the chicken entirely.
Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or high for 2 to 2.5 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
Remove chicken, place on a plate, and whisk together mayonnaise, crema (or sour cream), lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, and paprika in a medium bowl.
Stir the creamy sauce into the corn mixture in the slow cooker.
Shred chicken and return to the slow cooker, stirring to combine and cooking on low for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until warmed through.
Incorporate Cotija cheese and most of the cilantro, topping with additional cheese, cilantro, and lime zest. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more jalapeño or additional spices according to your taste.
This dish can be served over rice for a hearty meal or as a filling in tacos.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 115mg