Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Mexican Street Corn:
- 2 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
For the Rice Base:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Juice of ½ lime
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced avocado
- Extra cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Sliced jalapeños
- Hot sauce or salsa
- Lime wedges
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and lime juice, then coat them evenly with the seasoning mix.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F / 75°C).
- Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice or dice into bite-sized pieces.
2. Make the Street Corn Mixture
- If using fresh corn, cut the kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain. If using canned corn, drain and rinse.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the corn. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred.
- In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
- Stir in the charred corn, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and set aside.
3. Prepare the Rice Base
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Stir in butter or olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and lime juice for extra flavor.
4. Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the rice evenly among four bowls.
- Add the sliced chicken on top of the rice.
- Spoon the Mexican street corn mixture over the chicken.
- Add optional toppings like sliced avocado, extra cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- Serve with a lime wedge on the side.
5. Enjoy!
Dig in and enjoy your delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl while it’s fresh!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g