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Street Corn Chicken Chili

Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe
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Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe, a delightful blend of savory ground chicken, sweet corn, and zesty spices that echo the vibrant flavors of Mexican street corn. This creamy chili is not only packed with flavor but also quick to prepare—perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. In just over an hour, you can create a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of freshness and flavor. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal that warms the heart.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 to 4 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed and diced
  • 6 to 8 ears corn on the cob, kernels cut from cob
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6 to 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base (such as Better Than Bouillon)
  • A few dashes hot sauce of choice
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot over medium heat, sauté olive oil, onion, jalapenos, corn, salt, and pepper until softened (7-9 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic and ground chicken; stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, and more salt/pepper. Cook until chicken is browned (7-9 minutes).
  3. Pour in chicken broth and mix in chicken base; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Stir in hot sauce, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice; cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until creamy.
  5. Serve hot with desired toppings.

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