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Easy Creamy Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken Recipe
katya bou

Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken

Discover the delicious and easy Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken, a dish bursting with the vibrant flavors of Mexican street corn and tender chicken, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 15 ounce can corn drained, or about two cups of frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 10 ounce can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies undrained
  • 4 oz can diced green chiles drained
  • 4 oz cream cheese cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
Spice Blend
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • to taste salt and pepper
Optional Toppings
  • chopped cilantro
  • lime wedges
  • crumbled cotija cheese or finely shredded cheddar cheese
  • hot sauce

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Forks
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Pour the drained corn and undrained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies over the chicken. Add the drained green chiles as well.
  3. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken and corn mixture.
  4. Distribute the cream cheese cubes evenly over the top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and shreds easily with a fork.
  6. Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
  7. Add the sour cream and stir until well combined for a creamy texture.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, lime wedges, crumbled cotija or shredded cheddar cheese, and hot sauce if desired. Enjoy over rice, quinoa, pasta, or in tacos!

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 620IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2.8mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile and family-friendly. Customize the spice levels and add your favorite toppings or vegetables for a perfect meal every time.
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