Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili — Creamy & Flavor-Packed

A cozy, creamy chili with bold street corn flavors—perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings!

🧾 Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 yellow onion, chopped

• 1 jalapeño, diced

• 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 1 can (14 oz) white beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp chili powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

• Lime wedges (for serving)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Base

• In a large pot, sauté onion and jalapeño in a little oil until soft (3–4 min).

2. Simmer Chicken

• Add chicken breasts, corn, beans, chicken broth, and spices.

• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

3. Shred Chicken

• Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the pot.

4. Make It Creamy

• Add cream (or coconut milk) and cream cheese.

• Stir until smooth and creamy.

5. Finish

• Add shredded Monterey Jack cheese and stir until melted.

• Simmer another 5 minutes.

🍽️ Serve

• Ladle into bowls

• Top with cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime

• Optional: extra cheese, sour cream, or crushed tortilla chips

💡 Tips

• For smoky flavor: char the corn in a pan before adding

• For extra heat: keep jalapeño seeds or add chili flakes

• Thicker chili: mash some beans before adding

❓ Q&A

Q1: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
👉 Yes! Skip simmering raw chicken—just add shredded chicken near the end.

Q2: Can I make it in a slow cooker?
👉 Yes: Cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours, then add cream & cheese at the end.

Q3: Can I freeze it?
👉 Best to freeze before adding dairy. Add cream/cheese after reheating.

Q4: What makes it “street corn” style?
👉 The combo of corn, lime, creamy base, and chili spices gives that classic Mexican street corn flavor 🌽🔥

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