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Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken

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This easy slow cooker street corn chicken combines juicy chicken, sweet corn, and a creamy, zesty sauce inspired by Mexican elote. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing main dish perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups frozen corn kernels (or canned, drained, or fresh)
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (plus more for garnish)
  • Optional toppings: extra cotija or feta cheese, sliced green onions, extra cilantro, chili powder or Tajin, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. Scatter the corn kernels over the top, then pour in the canned tomatoes with green chilies (undrained).
  3. In a bowl (or in the slow cooker), combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, and cilantro. Whisk or mash until mostly smooth.
  4. Spoon the creamy mixture over the chicken and corn. No need to mix perfectly.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks or slice into chunks. Return to the slow cooker and stir into the creamy corn mixture.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If too thick, add a splash of milk; if too thin, cook uncovered on HIGH for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
  8. Serve hot in bowls with desired toppings: extra cheese, cilantro, chili powder, and lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, char the corn in a skillet before adding. Use Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce. Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing chili powder. For dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and sour cream. Leftovers keep well and flavors deepen overnight. Serve over rice, quinoa, or in tortillas.

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Keywords: slow cooker, street corn, chicken, creamy, comfort food, Mexican, elote, easy dinner, crockpot, meal prep, gluten-free

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