Description

This street corn chicken casserole brings you savory flavors with shredded rotisserie chicken, charred corn, and melty cheese. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for busy nights or gatherings. Enjoy this comforting dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

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3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 cans (15.25 ounces each) corn kernels, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
½ cup (104 g) mayonnaise
½ cup (115 g) sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice, from about 1 lime
1 large jalapeño, seeded, finely diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 can (10 ounces) rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), undrained
2 ½ cups (282.5 g) monterey jack cheese, shredded, divided
¼ cup queso fresco, or cotija cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and add the corn. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes until lightly golden and slightly charred, then remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, jalapeño, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the shredded chicken, charred corn, undrained Rotel, and 1 ½ cups of the Monterey Jack cheese until evenly combined.
Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese on top.
Bake uncovered for 25 to 35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with queso fresco (or cotija cheese) and cilantro. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 440
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 70mg