Description
Mexican Street Corn Chicken is a delicious and flavorful baked chicken dish inspired by the beloved Mexican street corn. Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are topped with a creamy mixture of sweet corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and spices, then baked to perfection. Finished with crumbled queso fresco and fresh cilantro, this dish brings the zest and creaminess of elote to your dinner plate in an easy, family-friendly recipe.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (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
- 1 1/2 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
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the corn mixture: In a large bowl, combine the sweet corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and chili powder. Mix well to create a creamy, flavorful topping that captures the essence of Mexican street corn.
- Season the chicken: Arrange the thin chicken breasts flat in a casserole dish. Sprinkle evenly with salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) to add depth and mild heat to the base layer of the dish.
- Assemble: Spread the corn mixture evenly over the top of the seasoned chicken breasts in the casserole dish, ensuring each piece is well covered.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in a preheated oven at 350˚F (175˚C) and bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F (74˚C) and is fully cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle the crumbled queso fresco and chopped cilantro over the top to add a fresh, savory finish. Serve hot and enjoy this vibrant, creamy baked chicken dish.
Notes
- Use thin chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and shorter bake time.
- If fresh corn is available, use about 3 cups of fresh kernels instead of canned for a sweeter, more fresh flavor.
- Cayenne pepper is optional but recommended if you prefer a little extra heat.
- Queso fresco can be substituted with feta cheese if unavailable.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated in the oven.
