Name: Street Corn Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion (diced); 3 to 4 jalapeno peppers (seeds removed and diced); 6 to 8 ears corn on the cob (kernels cut from cob); Kosher salt, pepper; 6 to 8 cloves garlic (minced); 2 pounds ground chicken; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon cumin; 4 cups chicken broth; 3/4 cup your favorite beef broth (optional); 1 tablespoon chicken base (I used Better Than Bouillon); a few dashes hot sauce of choice; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons lime juice

Description

Street Corn Chicken Chili is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines the creaminess of Mexican street corn with the comforting essence of white chicken chili. This one-pot wonder is perfect for family dinners, game days, or gatherings with friends. Packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and an array of spices, this chili delivers a flavor explosion in every spoonful. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and offers a healthy balance of protein and nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any meal.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion (diced)
3 to 4 jalapeno peppers (seeds removed and diced)
6 to 8 ears corn on the cob (kernels cut from cob)
Kosher salt, pepper
6 to 8 cloves garlic (minced)
2 pounds ground chicken
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
4 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup your favorite beef broth (optional)
1 tablespoon chicken base (I used Better Than Bouillon)
a few dashes hot sauce of choice
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

In a large soup pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion, jalapeños, corn kernels, salt, and pepper for 7 to 9 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic, ground chicken, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and more salt and pepper. Cook for another 7 to 9 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
Stir in hot sauce, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice; cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with desired toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For extra richness, use homemade chicken broth if available. Feel free to customize by adding black beans or bell peppers according to your taste preferences.