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Slow Cooker Mexican Street

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All the tasty notes of Mexican street corn meet in a cozy slow-cooked soup. You get juicy chicken, chunky potatoes, and sweet corn floating in a velvety broth, plus you pile on chipotle, bacon, and cotija cheese. Pure comfort with a bright, fun flavor.

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Dreamy Mexican Corn Soup

Here's my take on Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Soup and trust me it's pure comfort. Imagine if elote put on pajamas and snuggled into a steamy bowl! Just toss chicken potatoes corn and all those bold spices right in your slow cooker. Load it up with crunchy bacon cheesy cotija and a splash of lime juice. You'll probably wanna eat the whole thing by yourself.

Why You'll Crave This

This one just hits different! Every bite is rich smoky and super creamy just like that classic street corn vibe but more filling thanks to all the protein and veggies. The best part? Just dump it all in your slow cooker or Instant Pot and let it do its thing. Make it fiery or mellow or even skip the dairy whatever feels right!

All You Need

  • Protein Hit: Chicken breast keeps it simple and light.
  • Veggie Fix: Grab frozen corn to save time.
  • Creamy Thickness: Russet potatoes work magic.
  • Little Kick: A poblano pepper livens it up.
  • Flavor Makers: Garlic and onion bring everything together.
  • Smoky Boost: Add some chipotle in adobo for depth.
  • Extra Spice: Cumin and chili powder do the trick.
  • Liquid Love: Pour in good chicken broth for a cozy base.
  • Creamy Finish: Use cream cheese or swap in crème fraîche.
  • Best Toppers: A handful of bacon, cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a fresh squeeze of lime.
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How To Pull This Off

Toss In The Good Stuff
First sweat garlic onion and poblano until they smell delicious and look soft.
Fill The Cooker Up
Corn potatoes chicken and every single seasoning go straight into your slow cooker.
Just Let It Simmer
Let it hang out for 6-8 hours on LOW or about 3-4 hours on HIGH.
Stir In Creamy Stuff
Shred your chicken and melt in the cream cheese at the end you’ll see it all come together.
Add The Finishing Touches
Crisp bacon add a mountain of cheese cilantro and finish with a splash of lime. Heaven!

Speedy Instant Pot Method

If you want it quick grab the Instant Pot! Sauté your aromatics right in there then dump in everything else. Set it for 15 minutes on pressure cook. Quick release, mix in your creamy stuff, top with all the goodies, and you’ll be digging in before you know it.

Stash Leftovers The Right Way

This soup sticks around in your fridge for a week or stashes easily in the freezer for three months (as long as you hold the toppings until serving). Warm it up slowly and keep stirring. Fresh toppings at the end make each bowl feel brand new.

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Common Questions

→ Can I make this less spicy?
Sure, just hold back or skip the chipotle and maybe grab a poblano for less heat instead of jalapeño.
→ Can I use frozen chicken?
You'll want your chicken thawed first since it cooks better and safer that way in the slow cooker.
→ What can I substitute for cotija cheese?
Swap in feta cheese if you like, but remember it's a bit saltier so you might want to use less salt elsewhere.
→ Can I freeze this soup?
Yep, just freeze it before adding any cream cheese. When you're ready to eat, pop in the dairy as you warm it up so it's nice and smooth.
→ Why sauté vegetables first?
Sautéing wakes up the flavors in onions and peppers and really gets those spices working before you toss it all in the slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Mexican Street

Creamy slow cooker soup with Mexican street corn vibes, tender chicken, hearty potatoes, a bacon topping, and crumbled cotija cheese.

Preparation
10 Mins
Cooking Duration
360 Mins
Complete Duration
370 Mins
By: sofia


Complexity: Moderate

Origin: Mexican and American Blend

Output: 6 Portions (1 full pot)

Diet Types: No Gluten

What You'll Need

01 1 poblano or jalapeño pepper, finely chopped.
02 1 white onion, finely chopped.
03 2 teaspoons cumin powder.
04 2 garlic cloves, finely minced.
05 1 teaspoon salt.
06 2 teaspoons chili powder.
07 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut in small pieces.
08 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying.
09 2 cups of frozen corn kernels.
10 1 chipotle pepper from adobo sauce, finely chopped.
11 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce itself.
12 6 cups of chicken stock.
13 1 pound of raw chicken breast.
14 6 slices of crispy bacon.
15 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened.
16 Fresh cilantro leaves.
17 Cotija cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup).
18 2 limes, fresh squeezed for garnish.

Preparation Steps

01 Step

Warm the olive oil on medium heat, toss in the garlic, pepper, and onion. Sprinkle in chili powder and cumin, cooking for a couple of extra minutes.

02 Step

Transfer the cooked vegetables to the slow cooker along with frozen corn, diced potatoes, chopped chipotle with adobo, chicken, and chicken stock.

03 Step

Set the slow cooker to LOW for 6 to 8 hours. Stir in the cream cheese in the last half an hour.

04 Step

Fry up the bacon until crispy, crumble it, and chop up the cilantro.

05 Step

Spoon into bowls and top with bacon bits, crumbled cotija, a squeeze of fresh lime, and cilantro.

Additional Tips

  1. Dial down spice by going light on chipotle.
  2. Always use thawed chicken to avoid any safety risks.
  3. No cotija? Use feta if you'd like.
  4. If freezing, wait to add cream cheese.

Required Equipment

  • A slow cooker device.
  • A big pan for sautéing.
  • Cutting surface.
  • Knife for chopping.

Allergen Notice

Review ingredients for possible allergens and seek professional medical advice if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy (cream cheese, cotija cheese).

Nutritional Information (Each Portion)

Consider these values as estimates rather than definitive health guidance.
  • Energy: 527
  • Fat Content: 31 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Protein Content: 29 g