Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken
A delightful dish that brings the fun flavors of street corn right to your home. Perfect for busy days, this creamy comfort food is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs for richer flavor, breasts for a leaner option.
- 2 cups Corn Fresh grilled, frozen, or canned corn.
- 4 oz Cream Cheese Can use vegan alternatives like Tofutti or Kite Hill.
- 1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Feta works as a substitute.
- 1 each Lime Freshly squeezed lime juice preferred.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced; jarred can be used.
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder Chipotle or cayenne can be used for more heat.
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness.
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- to taste Fresh Cilantro Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- In the slow cooker, place the boneless chicken breasts or thighs. Add the corn, cream cheese, cotija cheese, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder on top of the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or on high for about 3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Shredding Chicken
- Once cooked, shred the chicken inside the slow cooker using two forks and mix everything well to combine the flavors.
Finishing
- Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more lime juice or spices to suit your taste.
Notes
Serve your Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken with rice, tortillas, or salad. Top with fresh cilantro, additional cheese, or avocado for extra flavor. Let leftovers cool before storing. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. For reheating, thaw and warm it in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.