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Street Corn Chicken Chili

Savory Street Corn Chicken Chili That's Pure Comfort in a Bowl

Comforting Street Corn Chicken Chili with smoky spices and sweet corn, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 medium Jalapeños minced; remove seeds for less heat
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Chili
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or turkey
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder adjust based on spice level
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Base or vegetable base
For the Finish
  • ½ cup Sour Cream or non-dairy alternative
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • Hot Sauce to taste
  • Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced jalapeños; sauté for 7-9 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 cups of corn kernels and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and 1 pound of ground chicken. Sprinkle in chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 7-9 minutes until chicken is browned.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and add chicken base. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Stir in sour cream, lime juice, and hot sauce. Cook for another 5-10 minutes until well combined.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the chili to sit for a day to enhance flavors. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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