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Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken – Best Easy Crockpot Dinner

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Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken is a creamy crockpot recipe inspired by Mexican street corn flavors. Tender chicken cooks slowly with sweet corn, spices, and a rich sauce to create an easy and satisfying family dinner.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or drained canned corn)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the sweet corn kernels to the mixture and stir until combined.
  4. Spread the creamy corn mixture evenly over the chicken inside the crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken becomes tender.
  6. Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the creamy corn sauce.
  8. Add shredded cheese and mix until melted and fully incorporated.
  9. Cook for an additional 10–15 minutes, then garnish with cilantro or green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts for a juicier result.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small amount of milk to reach the desired consistency.
  • Frozen corn works well if fresh corn is not available.
  • This dish can be served over rice, in tortillas, or as a bowl with vegetables.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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