Description
This Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines tender marinated chicken with a flavorful street corn topping served over a bed of rice. It’s a perfect balance of protein, veggies, and grains in one bowl.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 1 tsp chili powder (or paprika)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Street Corn Topping:
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (grilled, if possible)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta/queso fresco)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp lime juice (for extra zest)
To Serve:
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice (or white/brown rice, or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15-30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken thighs for 8-10 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest. Slice into strips or chunks.
- Prepare the Street Corn Topping: In a separate bowl, combine grilled corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Mix thoroughly.
- Reheat the Rice: If using cold rice, reheat with a splash of water in the microwave or over low heat in a pan.
- Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, start with a base of rice. Top with sliced chicken, street corn mixture, additional cotija cheese, and cilantro. Add a lime wedge on the side.
- Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice on top just before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like avocado, salsa, or pickled jalapenos.
- For a vegetarian option, swap the chicken for grilled tofu or black beans.
- This recipe is easily adaptable to suit your dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Street Corn Chicken Bowl, Rice Bowl Recipe, Mexican Inspired Bowl