Street Corn Chicken Casserole

🌽 Street Corn Chicken Casserole

A creamy, flavorful casserole that captures the essence of street corn in every bite! This Street Corn Chicken Casserole combines tender shredded chicken, sweet corn, creamy sauce, cheese, and a hint of spice — all baked to golden perfection. It’s the perfect family-friendly dinner, potluck dish, or comfort food meal.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Easy & Hands-On: Minimal prep and mostly one-dish cooking.

  • Creamy & Cheesy: A rich, comforting casserole everyone will love.

  • Flavorful & Sweet: Corn and chicken meld with spices and cheese for a balanced flavor.

  • Versatile: Works with fresh, frozen, or canned corn and can be adjusted to dietary preferences.


Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Main Ingredients:

  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)

  • 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional)

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional, for a hint of spice)

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Topping:

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta (optional)

  • Chopped cilantro or parsley for garnish

  • Lime wedges for serving


Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.


Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Mixture

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

  2. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, shredded chicken, and corn until everything is well coated.

  3. Add chopped green onions and optional cotija/feta cheese for extra flavor.


Step 3: Assemble the Casserole

  1. Pour the chicken and corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.

  2. Sprinkle the topping cheese evenly over the mixture for a golden, bubbly finish.

  3. Optional: Garnish with extra cotija/feta cheese for presentation.


Step 4: Bake

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.

  2. For extra browning, switch to broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.


Step 5: Serve

  • Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley and lime wedges.

  • Serve hot as a main dish or as a side with rice, tortillas, or a green salad.