Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili
A comforting and creamy chili made with tender chicken, sweet corn, and vibrant spices, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 piece yellow onion, chopped for base flavor
- 1 piece jalapeño, diced adjust quantity for spice preference
- 4 cups chicken bone broth
- 1.5 cups sour cream for creaminess
- 0.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or a blend of Monterey Jack and mild cheddar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tablespoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups frozen sweet white corn
- 0.5 cups fresh cilantro, chopped for garnishing
- 1 piece lime, juiced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch for thickening
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and diced jalapeño. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, and oregano. Cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breasts. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and shred it with two forks.
- Add the shredded chicken back to the pot. Stir in the sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, corn, and lime juice.
- Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then pour into the pot while stirring. Let the chili simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes to thicken.
- Ladle chili into bowls and top with your choice of toppings such as crispy bacon, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, or avocado.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. This chili can also be frozen for future meals. Customize it with your favorite toppings or make substitutions like using rotisserie chicken or adding more vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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