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Street Corn Chicken Casserole

Street Corn Chicken Casserole: Your New Comfort Food Favorite

This Street Corn Chicken Casserole combines tender chicken and sweet corn for a comforting, dinner-ready dish that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie for convenience or leftovers.
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned. Char for better flavor.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened for easy blending.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Optional, can be replaced with yogurt.
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles/Jalapeño Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1.5 cups Monterey Jack/Cheddar Cheese Opt for Pepper Jack for extra kick.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Feta or Parmesan are substitutes.
  • 1 each Lime Juice and zest for acidity.
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Season to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Cilantro For garnish.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Green Onions For garnish.
  • 1 cup Crushed Tortilla Chips/Panko (Optional) For crunchy topping.
  • Optional Mix-ins Black beans, bell peppers, or additional proteins.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Street Corn Chicken Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Char the corn by sautéing fresh corn kernels in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until blistered.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice, and spices until smooth.
  4. Fold in the chicken, cheese, half the charred corn, cilantro, and green onions until well combined.
  5. Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish, top with remaining corn and cheese, and optionally add crushed tortilla chips.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly, broil for 2-3 minutes if needed for a charred finish.
  7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then garnish with cotija, cilantro, and lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1casserole portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking. Adjust seasonings and toppings to your liking for the perfect dish.

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