Description
A hearty chili that combines tender shredded chicken with the flavors of Mexican street corn, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups frozen or canned corn
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro and extra cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until it softens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, green chiles, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Include the shredded chicken, chicken broth, white beans, and corn. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the sour cream and cream cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Add lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and extra lime if desired.
Notes
For added spice, include jalapeños or hot sauce. For a thicker chili, let it simmer longer. You can make it vegetarian by replacing chicken with beans or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chili, white chicken chili, Mexican food, street corn, comfort food