Here’s a simple and flavorful slow cooker chicken and corn recipe that’s perfect for an easy, hands-off meal:
🍗 Slow Cooker Chicken and Corn
🥄 Ingredients (4 servings)
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs, bone-in or boneless)
- 2 cups fresh, frozen, or canned corn kernels
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder (optional, for mild heat)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tsp fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for garnish
🍲 Instructions
- Prepare the chicken:
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder.
- Add vegetables:
- Place onions, garlic, and bell pepper (if using) in the slow cooker.
- Add corn kernels.
- Layer chicken:
- Place the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables and corn.
- Add liquids:
- Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil on top.
- Cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Chicken is done when it reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
- Finish and serve:
- Remove chicken and shred or serve whole.
- Stir vegetables and corn together.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Cheesy twist: Add shredded cheese in the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Mexican style: Add black beans, cumin, and a squeeze of lime before serving.
- Creamy version: Stir in ½ cup cream or cream cheese in the last 30 minutes.
✅ Summary:
This recipe combines tender slow-cooked chicken with sweet, juicy corn and aromatics for a flavorful, easy-to-make meal. It works great for meal prep or a busy weekday dinner.
I can also create a one-pot version with rice or potatoes included, so the slow cooker does everything at once. Do you want me to do that?
