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Street Corn Chicken Chili

Street Corn Chicken Chili

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Street Corn Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together the rich essence of white chicken chili and the vibrant taste of Mexican street corn. This delightful fusion features creamy textures, sweet corn, and a spicy kick from jalapenos, making it an ideal choice for cozy gatherings, game days, or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this one-pot meal allows for customizable toppings like cilantro and cotija cheese, ensuring everyone can personalize their bowl. With its robust flavor profile and hearty ingredients, this chili is guaranteed to impress!

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, pepper
  • 6 to 8 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup your favorite beer (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base
  • a few dashes hot sauce of choice
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • optional toppings: more cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, chili powder, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion, jalapenos, corn kernels, salt, and pepper for 7 to 9 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and ground chicken along with chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for 7 to 9 minutes until chicken is browned.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and optional beer; bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
  4. Stir in hot sauce, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice; cook for another 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Serve in bowls with optional toppings like additional cilantro or crumbled cotija cheese.

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