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Street Corn Chicken Chili

Street Corn Chicken Chili: A Cozy One-Pot Wonder

Experience the delicious flavors of Street Corn Chicken Chili, a comforting and easy one-pot dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 cup Onion chopped, yellow onions preferred
  • 2 pieces Jalapeno Peppers adjust according to spice preference
  • 6 to 8 ears Corn on the Cob kernels removed, or substitute frozen corn
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper black pepper preferred
  • 6 to 8 cloves Garlic minced, pre-minced for convenience
  • 2 pounds Ground Chicken can substitute with turkey
Spices
  • 3 tablespoons Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Paprika smoked paprika adds flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin coriander is a substitute
Liquid and Richness
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth homemade or low-sodium
  • 3/4 cup Beer optional, can substitute with broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Base e.g., Better Than Bouillon, optional
Finishing Touches
  • to taste Hot Sauce your preferred brand
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can use Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Chopped Cilantro substitute parsley if desired
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is best

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced jalapeños, and corn kernels, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté for 7-9 minutes until onion is translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic followed by ground chicken, chili powder, paprika, and cumin. Cook for an additional 7-9 minutes, breaking chicken into small pieces until fully browned.
  3. Add chicken broth and beer (if using), then stir in chicken base. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Incorporate hot sauce, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Heat for 5-10 minutes until warmed through.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Serve hot with optional toppings like extra cilantro or lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings; it's flavorful and easy to prepare.

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