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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Savory Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl for Quick Dinners

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder can be replaced with paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Street Corn Topping
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn Kernels grilled, fresh, or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion diced, optional
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise can be omitted
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese or feta
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Lime Juice
For the Bowl
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice jasmine rice preferred
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • grill or grill pan
  • microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Add the chicken thighs and ensure they are thoroughly coated in the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until hot. Add the marinated chicken thighs and cook for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
  3. While the chicken is resting, heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the sweet corn kernels for 5-7 minutes until charred and tender. In a separate bowl, combine the grilled corn, diced red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and additional lime juice. Mix well.
  4. To warm the rice, add a splash of water to cold cooked rice and heat in a microwave-safe bowl for about 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. Assemble your Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl by placing warm cooked rice in each bowl. Top with slices of chicken thighs, spoon the street corn topping over the chicken, and garnish with extra cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe encourages customization, allowing for ingredient swaps and adjustments based on personal preferences.

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