Creamy Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken for Easy Family Dinners

A comforting and versatile Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken recipe, perfect for busy family dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5 10

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2-3 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs offer richer flavor.

For the Creamy Sauce

2 cups Corn Fresh grilled corn is best; frozen or canned works too.
4 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with vegan alternatives.
1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Feta can be used as a substitute.
1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
2 cloves Garlic Minced jarred garlic can be used if needed.
1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder Can swap with chipotle or cayenne for spiciness.
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness.
1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances flavor complexity.

For Garnishing

Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

slow cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Layer the Chicken: Place 2-3 boneless chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker, arranged flat.
Add the Corn and Creamy Ingredients: Layer in 2 cups of corn, 4 oz of cream cheese, 1/3 cup of cotija cheese, juice of 1 lime, and spices.
Set the Cooking Time: Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken shreds easily.
Shred the Chicken: Remove the lid and shred the chicken in the sauce; mix it thoroughly.
Garnish and Serve: Serve immediately garnished with fresh cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid stirring before cooking and choose the chicken cut based on your preference for flavor or leanness.

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