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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Recipe

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4.6 from 102 reviews

A flavorful Mexican-inspired dish combining tender chicken breasts with sweet corn, creamy mayonnaise and sour cream, tangy lime juice, and a hint of chili spice, topped with crumbly queso fresco for an authentic street corn experience in a hearty chicken meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast (4–6 thin chicken breasts)

Corn Mixture

  • 3 cups sweet corn (2 cans, drained)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1½ tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Topping

  • 1/4 cup queso fresco (crumbled)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps to achieve a better sear when cooking.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil if needed, then place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook each side for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove chicken and set aside to rest.
  3. Make the Street Corn Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the drained sweet corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Place the cooked chicken breasts on serving plates. Spoon the creamy street corn mixture evenly over the top of each piece of chicken.
  5. Add the Final Touch: Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the street corn topping for a creamy, tangy finish typical of Mexican street corn.
  6. Serve: Serve immediately while warm, optionally with lime wedges or cilantro for garnish.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, increase the cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce.
  • Use fresh corn if available; cook and cool it before mixing.
  • Queso fresco can be substituted with cotija cheese for a similar texture and flavor.
  • Chicken breasts can be grilled instead of skillet-cooked for added smoky flavor.
  • This dish pairs well with warm tortillas or a side of Mexican rice.

Keywords: Mexican street corn, chicken breast recipe, creamy corn topping, queso fresco, quick Mexican dinner

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