Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken: Comforting and Customizable Delight

Discover the flavors of Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken, a creamy and customizable dish perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs for richer flavor, breasts for a leaner option.

For the Sauce

2 cups Corn Use fresh grilled, frozen, or canned.
4 oz Cream Cheese Vegan alternatives like Tofutti or Kite Hill can substitute.
1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Feta cheese can also work.
1 unit Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
2 cloves Garlic Minced; jarred garlic can be used for convenience.
1/2 tsp Chili Powder Use chipotle or cayenne for more heat.
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Adds a smoky flavor.
1/2 tsp Onion Powder

Optional Garnish

1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Optional, omit if not preferred.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Layer the chicken at the bottom of your slow cooker in a single, even layer.
Add the corn, cream cheese, cotija cheese, lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder on top without stirring.
Cover and set the slow cooker on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours.
Shred the chicken in the pot with two forks once cooked.
If desired, adjust the sauce consistency with chicken broth or milk and taste for flavor.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is also great for meal prep and can be stored for future meals.

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