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Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe

Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe That Warmly Comforts You

This Street Corn Chicken Chili Recipe is a comforting and gluten-free meal, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or canola/avocado oil
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 2 medium Jalapenos finely chopped
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or ground turkey/pork
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder or cayenne for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Base optional for richer flavor
For the Toppings
  • ½ cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice or vinegar in a pinch
  • to taste Hot Sauce

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the Olive Oil: Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a large soup pot. Heat over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add 1 diced onion and 2 jalapenos; sauté for 7-9 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Incorporate the Corn and Garlic: Stir in 1 cup of corn kernels and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Cook the Ground Chicken: Add 1 pound of ground chicken, breaking it up, and cook for 7-9 minutes until no longer pink.
  5. Season the Mixture: Add 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of cumin, along with salt and pepper.
  6. Add the Broth: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of chicken base. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat.
  7. Add Final Touches: Stir in ½ cup of sour cream, ¼ cup of cilantro, and juice of 1 lime. Let it simmer gently.
  8. Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Before serving, taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or hot sauce as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Sauté onions and jalapenos thoroughly for richer flavor. Adjust jalapenos for spice level. Use non-stick pots to prevent sticking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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