Vibrant Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken
This Vibrant Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken brings the lively flavors of Mexican street corn to a convenient slow cooker meal. Tender chicken and sweet corn are coated in a creamy, tangy sauce with hints of chili, cumin, and smoked paprika, all finished with salty Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Medium Bowl
- Whisk
- Forks
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1.5 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Vegetables
- 16 oz frozen corn, thawed
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
Sauce
- 1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema Optional
Spices & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 cloves minced fresh garlic)
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese, plus more for garnish
- Salt and Pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
Make the Sauce
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (if using), lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder in a bowl.
Combine and Cook
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and scatter the corn around it. Cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender.
Finish and Serve
- Shred the cooked chicken, return it to the slow cooker, and stir in Cotija cheese and cilantro until combined and heated through. Serve warm, garnished with extra Cotija, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce. Adjust the amount of Cotija cheese and cilantro to your liking. This dish is excellent served with warm tortillas, rice, or as a filling for tacos or burritos. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.