Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying meal packed with juicy grilled chicken, creamy Mexican-style street corn, and fluffy rice. Topped with fresh cilantro, lime, and a tangy sauce, it’s the perfect easy dinner or meal-prep option!
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- For the Mexican Street Corn:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- For the Rice Base:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Garnish:
- Fresh lime wedges
- Extra cotija cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Coat the chicken with the seasoning and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice or dice.
- Step 2: Prepare the Street Corn
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, char the corn for 3-5 minutes until slightly browned.
- In a bowl, mix the corn with mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Step 3: Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls.
- Top with sliced chicken and a generous scoop of street corn.
- Garnish with fresh lime wedges, extra cheese, cilantro, and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use shrimp, tofu, or steak instead of chicken.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free mayo and skip the cheese.
- Make It Spicier: Add diced jalapeños or a drizzle of chipotle sauce
Nutrition
- Calories: ~550 kcal
- Sugar: ~5g
- Sodium: ~600mg
- Fat: ~22g
- Saturated Fat: ~6g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~14g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~55g
- Fiber: ~4g
- Protein: ~35g
- Cholesterol: ~90mg
