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 and black pepper, to taste; 6 to 8 cloves garlic, minced; 2 pounds ground chicken; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon cumin; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon chicken base (such as Better Than Bouillon); A few dashes hot sauce of choice; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons lime juice

Description

Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with this Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe, where zesty Mexican street corn meets hearty chicken chili for a comforting and satisfying meal. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, combining creamy textures and a hint of spice. With fresh ingredients like sweet corn and bright cilantro, every bite is a burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike.

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 and black pepper, to taste
6 to 8 cloves garlic, minced
2 pounds ground chicken
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon chicken base (such as 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, add olive oil, diced onion, jalapenos, corn, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 7 to 9 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and ground chicken. Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, and more salt if needed. Cook for another 7 to 9 minutes until browned.
Pour in chicken broth and mix in chicken base. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.
Stir in hot sauce, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice; cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until creamy.
Serve hot with optional garnishes like extra cilantro or lime wedges.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Fresh corn adds sweetness; frozen corn can be used as an alternative. Adjust the spice by modifying the amount of jalapenos or hot sauce according to your preference.