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Hearty Street Corn Chicken Chili

Hearty Street Corn Chicken Chili

Hearty Street Corn Chicken Chili is a comforting and flavorful dinner featuring smoky grilled corn, tender chicken, black beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes blended with warm spices. This vibrant one-pot meal balances savory, sweet, and zesty notes, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with a unique twist on classic chili.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs

Vegetables and Beans

  • 2 cups fresh or grilled corn kernels
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Spices and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder, divided
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin, divided
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Fresh Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs with 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1/2 tablespoon cumin, salt, and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides and cooked through yet still juicy inside. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add diced onions and minced garlic and sauté until translucent and fragrant, forming the flavorful base for your chili.
  3. Add Corn and Beans: Stir in fresh or grilled corn kernels and drained black beans, mixing to combine textures and flavors.
  4. Simmer With Tomatoes and Spices: Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes along with the remaining chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Return chicken to the skillet or pot, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes to blend flavors.
  5. Finish with Fresh Ingredients: Remove the chicken and shred it while warm. Return shredded chicken to the chili and stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving for a bright and refreshing lift.

Notes

  • Use fresh grilled corn for authentic smoky street corn flavor.
  • Shred chicken while warm to avoid drying it out.
  • Layer chili powder by using it during seasoning and simmering for deeper flavor.
  • Use canned beans and add them later to prevent mushiness.
  • Adjust chili thickness with chicken broth or water as needed.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Simmering
  • Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: chicken chili, street corn chili, grilled corn chili, hearty chili, weeknight dinner, Tex-Mex chili, one-pot meal