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Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken

Slow Cooker Street Corn Chicken is an easy, flavorful crockpot meal made with tender shredded chicken, sweet corn, and creamy street corn–inspired seasonings. Perfect for lazy dinners, busy weeknights, and family meals, this recipe is versatile enough for rice bowls, tacos, or wraps. It’s a comforting and satisfying option for anyone looking for simple crockpot chicken dinners with bold flavor and minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned and drained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican-blend or cotija-style cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic.
  3. Add the corn evenly over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks.
  6. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, and lime juice. Stir until creamy and well combined.
  7. Cover and cook for an additional 10–15 minutes to blend flavors.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and cheese if desired before serving.

Notes

Chicken thighs create extra-juicy shredded chicken, while breasts keep it lean.
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
Serve over rice, in tacos, or as a filling for bowls and wraps.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.