🌽 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
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Easy & Hands-On: Minimal prep and mostly one-dish cooking.
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Creamy & Cheesy: A rich, comforting casserole everyone will love.
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Flavorful & Sweet: Corn and chicken meld with spices and cheese for a balanced flavor.
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Versatile: Works with fresh, frozen, or canned corn and can be adjusted to dietary preferences.
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
Main Ingredients:
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3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
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2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
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1 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional)
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1/4 cup chopped green onions
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1-2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp chili powder (optional, for a hint of spice)
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping:
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
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1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta (optional)
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Chopped cilantro or parsley for garnish
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Lime wedges for serving
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Mixture
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In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, shredded chicken, and corn until everything is well coated.
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Add chopped green onions and optional cotija/feta cheese for extra flavor.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
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Pour the chicken and corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
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Sprinkle the topping cheese evenly over the mixture for a golden, bubbly finish.
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Optional: Garnish with extra cotija/feta cheese for presentation.
Step 4: Bake
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
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For extra browning, switch to broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Step 5: Serve
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Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley and lime wedges.
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Serve hot as a main dish or as a side with rice, tortillas, or a green salad.