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Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili is a creamy, smoky, and flavor-packed bowl of comfort! Blending tender shredded chicken with sweet corn, green chiles, and a hint of lime, it brings all the elote vibes in a cozy chili form. #WhiteChickenChili #MexicanStreetCornChili


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen or canned corn
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro and extra cheese for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, green chiles, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, white beans, and corn. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream and cream cheese until melted and fully combined.
  5. Add lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and extra lime if desired.

Notes

  • For extra corn flavor, use fire-roasted corn or grill fresh corn before adding.
  • Add a chopped jalapeño or chipotle pepper for heat and smokiness.
  • Great for leftovers—flavors get even better the next day!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 630mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg