Description
This creamy, flavor-packed chili brings together juicy chicken, sweet corn, and warm spices inspired by Mexican street corn. Finished with lime juice and a rich, cheesy base, it’s a comforting one-pot meal that’s both hearty and refreshing.
Ingredients
For the Base:
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large sweet onion, chopped
4–5 cloves garlic, minced
1 large jalapeño, seeded and chopped
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4–1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
For the Chili:
4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
7 oz chopped green chiles (mild or medium)
4 cups fresh corn (from about 4–5 cobs)
For Creaminess:
2 cups sour cream
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
For Flavoring:
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Possible Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro
Shredded cheese
Avocado slices
Lime wedges
Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and jalapeño, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and cilantro. Stir to combine and toast the spices lightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the chicken breasts, green chiles, and corn. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of the hot broth to create a slurry. Stir it back into the chili and simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the sour cream and shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
- Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm with your favorite garnishes like avocado, cilantro, cheese, or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 kcal per serving