Description
Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili is a delightful fusion of flavors that warms the soul and tantalizes your taste buds. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and creamy white beans with aromatic spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for chilly evenings or friendly gatherings. Each spoonful transports you to a festive fiesta, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen sweet corn
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken, cumin, and paprika; cook until the chicken is lightly browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add chicken broth, white beans, and corn; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes to meld flavors.
- Finish by squeezing fresh lime juice into the chili just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg