Creamy Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken That You’ll Crave

This Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken is a cozy dish that combines tender chicken with creamy cheese and spices, perfect for busy nights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Sauce

2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs for richer flavor, breasts for leaner option.
2 cups Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned.
4 oz Cream Cheese Use vegan alternatives for dairy-free.
1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Feta can be used as a substitute.
1 lime Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
2 cloves Garlic Minced; jarred can be used.
1/2 tsp Chili Powder Use chipotle for smokiness or cayenne for heat.
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Adds a smoky flavor.
1/2 tsp Onion Powder Optional.

For Garnish

Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the slow cooker by placing the boneless chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom in an even layer.
Add the corn, cubed cream cheese, crumbled cotija cheese, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder on top without stirring.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the pot and mix with the melted ingredients.
Serve the mixture hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For a creamier texture, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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