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Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken

Creamy Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken to Wow Your Family

This Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for family dinners, packed with rich flavors and endless variations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base
  • 2 cups Corn Use fresh grilled corn or frozen.
  • Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Lean protein creates a tasty base.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Consider vegan cream cheese for a plant-based option.
  • 1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Substitute feta cheese if necessary.
  • 1 lime Lime Juice Use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; jarred garlic can be used.
For the Spices
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder Use chipotle or cayenne for extra heat.
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Infuses smokiness.
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder Enhances flavor complexity.
Optional Additions
  • Fresh Cilantro A refreshing garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Layer the chicken by placing boneless chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker, ensuring even distribution.
  2. Add the corn, cream cheese, cotija cheese, lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder on top of the chicken without stirring.
  3. Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  4. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks and mix well to create a creamy sauce.
  5. If the sauce is too thin, adjust consistency with a splash of chicken broth or milk and cook uncovered on HIGH for an additional 15 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This recipe allows for variations such as Buffalo Chicken or vegan options with jackfruit. Perfect for gatherings and customizable to your preferences.

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