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Create a Flavorful Street Corn Chicken Chili for Your Dinner Party

Street Corn Chicken Chili 6 Ingredients Awesome Delicious

Deliciously Spicy Street Corn Chicken Chili is a comforting bowl of homemade chili infused with smoky roasted corn and Southwestern flair.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed and diced
  • 6 ears corn on the cob, kernels cut from cob
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 pound ground chicken
  • 3 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base
  • A few dashes hot sauce of choice
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and jalapenos, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. 2. Add corn kernels and garlic; cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3. Add ground chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked.

4. 4. Stir in chili powder, paprika, and cumin; cook 1–2 minutes to toast the spices.

5. 5. Pour in chicken broth, chicken base, and hot sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice.

7. 7. Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like extra cilantro, cotija cheese, chili powder, or lime wedges.

Notes

For the best flavor, be sure to use fresh, in-season corn on the cob. If you’re short on time or corn isn’t in season, you can substitute frozen or canned corn kernels. Leftover chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: chili, street corn, chicken