Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken
A creamy, cozy dish that combines chicken, corn, and rich flavors, all cooked together in a slow cooker for an effortless dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs for richer flavor, breasts for a leaner option.
- 2 cups Corn Fresh grilled, frozen, or canned corn.
- 4 oz Cream Cheese Can use vegan alternatives like Tofutti or Kite Hill.
- 1/3 cup Cotija Cheese Feta works as a substitute.
- 1 Lime Freshly squeezed preferred.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced, jarred can be used.
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder Chipotle or cayenne can be used for more heat.
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness.
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- to taste Fresh Cilantro Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place your chicken in the slow cooker.
- Toss in the corn, cream cheese, cotija cheese, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and cilantro.
- Stir it all together to ensure the chicken is coated in the cheesy goodness.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- When it's done, shred the chicken right in the pot and mix it again.
Serving
- Serve this dish in a bowl topped with fresh cilantro for that pop of freshness.
- Pair it with tortilla chips or fresh avocado slices for extra crunch.
Notes
Timing is Key: If cooking on high, don't rush the chicken; give it enough time to become tender. Ingredient Swaps: Swap out the cotija for dairy-free cheese for a vegan take. If you like a thicker consistency, let it simmer without a lid for the last hour.