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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: A Flavorful Meal in Minutes

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick, flavorful dish featuring grilled chicken, smoky corn, and lime crema, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 4 cups cooked rice white, brown, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb twist
For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts grilled for juicy tenderness
For the Corn
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned (drained and dried)
For Protein and Fiber
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
For Freshness and Crunch
  • 1 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup cotija cheese substitute with queso fresco or feta if needed
For Garnish
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp olive oil used for sautéing corn
For Spice
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp cumin
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
For the Lime Crema
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lime juice adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • skillet
  • grill or grill pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a skillet over medium heat and adding a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, toss in the corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly charred.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine sour cream or Greek yogurt with lime juice and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and season with a pinch of salt.
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  4. To assemble, place a scoop of cooked rice in each bowl, layer with chicken, sautéed corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and red onion.
  5. Drizzle lime crema over the bowls and garnish with cotija cheese and cilantro. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve immediately and store components separately if preparing ahead.

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