Description
Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and zesty lime for a comforting meal bursting with flavor. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, this chili is easy to prepare and can be tailored to suit various spice preferences. Each spoonful promises warmth and joy, making it an unforgettable addition to your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ cup heavy cream or sour cream for serving
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the chicken: Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces using rotisserie chicken or boiled chicken breast.
- 2. Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 3. Add spices and liquids: Stir in chili powder, cumin, corn, white beans, chicken broth, and lime juice. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4. Add chicken & simmer: Mix in shredded chicken and let the chili simmer for about 20 minutes until heated through.
- 5. Create toppings & serve: Ladle chili into bowls and top with heavy cream or sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg