Mexican Street Corn Chicken Recipe
This Mexican Street Corn Chicken recipe combines juicy chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful corn topping, creating a deliciously unique dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-55 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast ((4–6 thin chicken breasts))
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper ((optional))
For the Corn Topping:
- 3 cups sweet corn ((2 cans, drained))
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup queso fresco (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn Topping: In a large bowl, combine the sweet corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and chili powder. Mix well to combine.
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Season the thin chicken breasts with salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper if using. Lay the chicken flat in a casserole dish.
- Assemble and Bake: Spread the corn mixture evenly over the top of the chicken in the dish. Bake, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven, and garnish the top with crumbled queso fresco and chopped cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Mexican Street Corn Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Corn Topping, Main Dish, Gluten Free
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