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Street Corn Chicken Casserole Cheesy Comfort Food
Emily

Street Corn Chicken Casserole

A hearty, crowd-pleasing casserole that combines shredded chicken, creamy cheese, corn, and zesty spices, topped with crunchy tortilla chips for a delicious twist on classic Mexican street corn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie preferred)
  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 juice lime
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • extra chopped cilantro, for garnish
  • lime wedges, for garnish
  • hot sauce, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, corn, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Monterey Jack, half the cotija, cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and combined.
  3. Spread mixture evenly in prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cotija cheese over the top.
  4. In a small bowl, combine crushed tortilla chips and remaining Monterey Jack. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and topping is golden brown.
  6. Cool slightly, then garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and hot sauce if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor. Cotija cheese adds authentic taste, but feta works as a substitute. For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or drizzle with hot sauce before serving. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.