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Close-up of succulent chicken breast cubes in a creamy sauce with charred corn and melted cheese. (Street Corn Chicken Casserole)
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Street Corn Chicken Casserole: The Ultimate Cheesy Skillet Bake

This Street Corn Chicken Casserole features succulent chicken, charred sweet corn, and a creamy white sauce topped with bubbly Monterey Jack and Cotija cheese for a smoky, street-food inspired skillet dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breast 900g, cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cups Sweet Corn Kernels 450g, fresh or frozen
  • 1.5 cups Monterey Jack Cheese 170g, freshly shredded
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese 60g, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream 120ml
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise 60g
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice 15ml, fresh
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder For dusting
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro 15g, finely chopped
  • 1 whole Jalapeño Thinly sliced
  • 2 whole Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet Used for searing and baking.
  • 1 Chef's Knife For cubing chicken and slicing garnishes.

Method
 

Prep and Sear
  1. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet and sear until a deep golden-brown crust forms (5-6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add butter and corn. Let sit undisturbed for 2-3 mins until charred and toasted edges appear. Stir in garlic and cumin.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Whisk sour cream, mayo, and lime juice. Return chicken to the skillet with the corn and fold in the sauce until coated.
  2. Top with shredded Monterey Jack. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden-brown.
  3. Finish with Cotija crumbles, chili powder, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 42gFat: 28gFiber: 2g

Notes

Always use block cheese for the best melt.
Pat frozen corn dry to ensure a proper smoky char.
Keyword Chicken Skillet Bake,elote chicken,Street Corn Chicken Casserole

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