Description
A creamy and cheesy street corn–inspired chicken casserole packed with tender shredded chicken, sweet corn, bold spices, and melted cheese. This comforting baked dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or mozzarella cheese
- 1 small red onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Add chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Mix in shredded chicken, corn, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, and cilantro until evenly combined.
- Fold in 1 cup of cheddar cheese and the queso fresco (or mozzarella).
- Spread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot, bubbly, and cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and top with crushed tortilla chips.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works well for convenience.
- Thaw and drain frozen corn before using.
- Adjust jalapeño or add cayenne for more heat.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
- Store refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
