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Street Corn Chicken Chili

Street Corn Chicken Chili

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Street Corn Chicken Chili is a vibrant, one-pot dish that marries the creamy essence of Mexican street corn with the hearty goodness of chicken chili. This delightful recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners, gatherings, or meal prep. With its rich flavors and customizable ingredients, it promises to satisfy any craving while impressing your guests. Quick to prepare and easy to clean up, this chili is bound to become a favorite in your household.

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 beef broth (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base
  • a few dashes hot sauce of choice
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion, jalapeños, corn kernels, salt, and pepper for 7 to 9 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and ground chicken along with chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 7 to 9 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and optional beef broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
  4. Stir in hot sauce, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice; cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Serve hot with optional toppings like cilantro or lime wedges.

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