This Mexican Street Corn White Chicken Chili is creamy, hearty, and packed with delicious Mexican-inspired flavors. Tender shredded chicken, sweet corn, creamy white beans, green chilies, and a rich, cheesy broth come together to create a comforting meal the whole family will love.
Inspired by Mexican street corn, also known as elote, this flavorful chili combines sweet corn, tangy lime juice, fresh cilantro, and creamy cheese for an irresistible combination. It’s perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving a warm, satisfying bowl of homemade comfort food.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Soup / Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients
For the Chili
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced
- 4 cups (950 ml) chicken bone broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups sweet corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned and drained
- 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz / 113 g) diced green chilies
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Finish
- 1½ cups sour cream
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
For Garnishing
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Extra sweet corn kernels, if desired
- Crumbled cotija cheese or feta cheese
- Lime wedges
- Sliced jalapeños, optional
- Extra shredded cheese, optional
Step-by-Step Instructions
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