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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: Flavor-Packed and Easy!

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines marinated chicken, zesty street corn, and fluffy rice for a comforting and quick dinner option.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinate Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice For refreshing zing
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Or olive/vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder For smoky depth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Street Corn Topping
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels Grilled fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Or extra sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Or feta/queso fresco
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Chili Powder Use to taste
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving
For the Base
  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice Or white/brown/cauliflower rice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnishing

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • microwave
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade. Toss the chicken thighs in this mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let the chicken marinate for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot, then add the marinated chicken thighs to the pan. Cook for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and juices run clear.
  3. In a bowl, mix the grilled sweet corn kernels, finely chopped red onion (if using), sour cream, mayonnaise, crumbled cotija cheese, and more chili powder to taste. Stir until well combined.
  4. If using leftover rice, place it in a microwave-safe bowl and add a splash of water. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
  5. To build your Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, start by placing a generous scoop of the warm rice as the base in each bowl. Layer on the sliced, cooked chicken and the prepared street corn mixture.
  6. Serve with lime wedges on the side and squeeze fresh lime juice over the assembled bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate for 1-2 hours and grill fresh corn for best results.

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