Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken: Creamy Comfort in a Bowl

Experience the flavor of vibrant Mexican streets with this Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken, a comforting dish that's easy to prepare.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs add rich flavor, breasts are leaner.

For the Sauce

2 cups Corn Fresh grilled corn is best, but frozen or canned work too.
4 oz Cream Cheese Swap with vegan options like Tofutti for a plant-based treat.
1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Use feta cheese if cotija isn’t available.
1 lime Lime Juice Freshly squeezed juice is ideal.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferable, jarred works in a pinch.
1/2 tsp Chili Powder Consider chipotle for smokiness or cayenne for extra heat.
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Imparts a lovely smoky flavor.
1/2 tsp Onion Powder Enhances overall flavor profile.

For Garnish

Fresh Cilantro Adjust based on taste preferences.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Place the boneless chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Layer the corn, cream cheese, cotija cheese, lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder on top of the chicken.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks.
Adjust consistency with broth or milk if needed.
Serve in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!