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Street Corn Chicken Casserole (The Ultimate Creamy Bake!)

This Street Corn Chicken Casserole transforms classic Mexican elote into a hearty, creamy, and cheesy bake. Packed with chicken, corn, and a zesty lime-crema sauce, it’s an easy and unforgettable weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken a rotisserie chicken works great
  • 4 cups corn frozen, canned (drained), or fresh
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped, divided
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño finely diced, seeds removed for less heat
  • 2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • Tajín seasoning or extra chili powder for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, corn, diced red onion, jalapeño, and half of the chopped cilantro to the bowl with the sauce. Stir everything together until the chicken and corn are evenly coated.
  4. Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top, followed by the crumbled cotija cheese.
  6. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before garnishing with the remaining fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of Tajín or chili powder. Serve warm with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 30gFat: 30gFiber: 3g

Notes

Use Room Temperature Ingredients: For the smoothest sauce, make sure your cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature before mixing.
Don't Overbake: Bake just until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Overbaking can cause the sauce to separate.
Fresh is Best: While dried herbs and bottled juice work in a pinch, fresh cilantro and lime juice will give you the most vibrant flavor.
Keyword chicken casserole,elote chicken,street corn casserole

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