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Street Corn Chicken Casserole

A protein-packed, family-friendly casserole that combines the sweet crunch of corn with the savory goodness of shredded chicken, topped with melty cheese.
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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: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or cook your own.
  • 3 cups Corn Kernels (fire-roasted or regular) Fire-roasted corn brings a smoky flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess; Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Use light sour cream to cut calories.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese (crumbled) Provides an authentic street corn flavor; feta can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Can substitute with cheddar for a sharper taste.
  • 1 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper Adds sweetness and color.
  • 1 pepper Diced Jalapeño (optional) Optional for heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Brightens flavors; bottled juice can be used if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, diced red bell pepper, jalapeño if using, half of the cotija and Monterey Jack cheese, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Evenly spread the chicken and corn mixture into the greased casserole dish.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining cotija and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
  2. To achieve a golden top, broil for an additional 2–3 minutes, monitoring closely.
Garnishing
  1. Before serving, garnish with chopped cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

Use leftover chicken or turkey for quicker prep. Double the recipe for meal prep or freezing. Let cool slightly before serving to make slicing easier.