Description
Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili is a creamy, comforting fusion of white chicken chili and elote. Packed with shredded chicken, fire-roasted corn, green chilies, and warm spices, this one-pot meal is rich, smoky, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base & Aromatics:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Protein & Beans:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
- 2 (15-oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 (10-oz) can diced green chilies
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Creamy & Cheesy Elements:
- 1 (8-oz) block cream cheese, cubed
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1½ cups fire-roasted corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
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Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Build the Flavor:
- Add shredded chicken, white beans, green chilies, and chicken broth.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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Simmer the Chili:
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
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Incorporate the Creamy Elements:
- Stir in cubed cream cheese, heavy cream, and fire-roasted corn.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese is melted.
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Add the Final Touches:
- Stir in shredded cheese and lime juice until smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in fresh cilantro.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Ladle into bowls and top with desired toppings.
- Serve with tortilla chips, warm bread, or cornbread.
Notes
- Make it Spicier: Add jalapeños, hot sauce, or extra chili powder.
- Slow Cooker Method: Cook all ingredients (except dairy) on low for 4–6 hours, then add cream cheese, heavy cream, and cheese in the last 30 minutes.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut milk and dairy-free cheese.
- Thicker Chili: Mash some beans before adding them.
- Vegetarian Version: Substitute chicken with extra beans or plant-based protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: Mexican Street Corn Chili, White Chicken Chili, Elote Chili, Creamy Chicken Chili, Spicy Corn Chili