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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Mouthwatering Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl for Quick Comfort

Enjoy this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a perfect blend of flavors and textures for a quick dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for leaner option
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice can substitute with lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive/vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder can use paprika for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional; fresh garlic for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Street Corn Topping
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels grilled or frozen
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion optional
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for low-fat
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise can be adjusted for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese or feta/queso fresco
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder to taste
For Serving
  • 2 wedges Lime Wedges for freshness
  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice brown or cauliflower rice as alternatives
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade, ensuring every piece is well-covered. Let the chicken marinate for 15 to 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the marinated chicken thighs and sear for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest before slicing into strips.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine sweet corn kernels, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  4. If using leftover cooked jasmine rice, reheat it in a saucepan with a splash of water to maintain moisture over low heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. Layer warm, fluffy jasmine rice in serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken and then spoon the street corn mixture over the chicken. Garnish with additional cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
  6. Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for a refreshing squeeze before eating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and customizable with various toppings.

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