Description
Mexican Street Corn Chicken is a flavorful dish inspired by elote, combining juicy chicken with a creamy corn sauce, lime, and cheese. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Cook seasoned chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove and let rest.
- Cook the Corn: In the same skillet, cook corn kernels for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Make the Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and cayenne pepper (if using) until smooth.
- Combine: Stir cooked corn into the mayonnaise mixture.
- Slice the Chicken: Cut the rested chicken into slices or cubes.
- Assemble: Place chicken on a serving platter and spoon the corn mixture over it.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle with feta cheese and chopped cilantro.
- Serve with Lime: Add lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Consider using cotija or Monterey Jack cheese for variations.
- Garnish with avocado slices or pickled red onions for extra flavor and appeal.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Leftovers can be used in sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: N/A