Ultimate Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken
A delightful twist on classic street corn, combining juicy chicken with a flavorful creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless Chicken Breasts/Thighs
- 2 cups Corn (Fresh grilled, frozen, or canned)
- 4 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/3 cup Cotija Cheese
- 1 lime, Lime Juice
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- Fresh Cilantro (Optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add the Corn: Pour in the corn over the chicken.
- Mix the Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cotija cheese, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
- Combine Everything: Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken and corn.
- Set Cooking Time: Cover and set your slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred and Serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and stir.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients like lime juice and garlic for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container.