Name: Street Corn Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 3 to 4 jalapeño 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; Optional toppings: more cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, chili powder, lime wedges

Description

A vibrant and hearty chili that combines the flavors of street corn with ground chicken and warming spices for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 to 4 jalapeño 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
Optional toppings: more cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, chili powder, lime wedges

Instructions

Set a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add the olive oil, then the diced onion, diced jalapeños, corn kernels, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and ground chicken. Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin, and additional salt and pepper as needed. Cook for another 7 to 9 minutes, using a spatula to break apart the chicken as it browns and the flavors meld with the aromatics.
Pour in the chicken broth and mix in the chicken base. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing the chili to thicken and the flavors to develop.
Stir in the hot sauce, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, stirring gently until creamy and well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more chili powder, salt, or pepper if desired.
Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with extra cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, a sprinkle of chili powder, and lime wedges if you like. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For customizable spice levels, adjust the number of jalapeños and hot sauce to your taste. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor and texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chili, street corn, chicken chili, comfort food, summer recipes