Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavor-packed meal combining juicy grilled chicken, creamy Mexican street corn, and fluffy rice. Topped with a zesty lime crema and fresh cilantro, this dish is the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. A quick and easy dinner that’s both healthy and satisfying!
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- For the Street Corn:
- 2 ears of corn (or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- Extra lime wedges, for serving
- For the Crema:
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Coat the chicken with the seasoning mix and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- 2. Make the Street Corn:
- If using fresh corn, grill or sauté it in butter until slightly charred. If using frozen corn, cook it in a pan with butter.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked corn with mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro.
- 3. Prepare the Crema:
- Whisk together sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and a little water until smooth.
- 4. Assemble the Rice Bowls:
- Divide cooked rice into bowls.
- Add black beans, diced red onion, and jalapeño slices (if using).
- Top with sliced grilled chicken and street corn mixture.
- Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use shrimp, tofu, or steak instead of chicken.
- Spice Level: Adjust chili powder and jalapeño to your heat preference.
- Low-Carb Option: Substitute rice with cauliflower rice or quinoa.
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