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Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken

Savory Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken: Easy Family Dinner Delight

This Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken blends tender chicken with creamy corn sauce for a comforting meal that's a crowd-pleaser and easily adaptable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Make-Ahead Time 1 day
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs for deeper flavor; breasts for lighter options.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Corn Fresh grilled corn is gourmet, but frozen or canned works.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese like Tofutti or Kite Hill can be used.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Can swap with feta for similar flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh juice is best for maximum flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced or jarred based on availability.
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Substitute with chipotle or cayenne for more heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Imparts a smoky flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Deepens the sauce's flavor profile.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish for freshness.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Recipe Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your boneless chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring even spacing.
  2. Layer the corn over the chicken, followed by cream cheese and cotija cheese. Add lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder. Do not stir.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot and mix well with the creamy sauce. Add broth for desired consistency if needed.
  5. Serve into bowls or plates, garnishing with chopped cilantro for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid stirring early to help ensure a creamy sauce. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust cooking time if using frozen chicken.

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