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Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili

Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili: A Cozy, Easy Delight

A flavorful white chicken chili inspired by Mexican street corn with tender chicken and creamy beans.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Can opener

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn (or 2 cups fresh corn, grilled)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime

Optional Toppings

  • as needed crumbled queso fresco
  • as needed avocado slices
  • as needed lime wedges For extra freshness

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the pot, and season with cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the white beans and corn, and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the heavy cream and chopped cilantro, mixing well until incorporated.
  • Squeeze the lime juice into the chili and stir to combine.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Serve with your choice of toppings, such as crumbled queso fresco, avocado slices, or lime wedges for extra freshness.

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well. For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken chili, chili, Comfort Food, easy recipe, Mexican cuisine, Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili
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