Description
This Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken is creamy, cheesy, and full of bold flavors. Tender chicken cooks with sweet corn, cream cheese, and cotija for a quick and easy comfort meal with a zesty lime kick. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs for a richer option)
- 2 cups corn (frozen, canned, or fresh grilled)
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1/3 cup cotija cheese (or feta as an alternative)
- Juice of 1 lime (freshly squeezed)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add corn, cream cheese, cotija cheese, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder on top of the chicken.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred chicken in the slow cooker and stir everything together until creamy and combined.
- Serve warm with rice, tortillas, or a side of your choice.
Notes
- Use boneless thighs for a juicier result.
- Add extra cotija cheese on top for serving.
- For more heat, sprinkle some cayenne or hot sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired