Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a delightful dish that combines marinated chicken, zesty street corn, and creamy cotija cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is incredibly versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy this satisfying bowl for a casual dinner at home or impress guests at your next gathering. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the ideal meal for those who crave rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp lime juice (for extra zest)
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook marinated chicken in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- In a separate bowl, mix grilled corn with red onion (if using), sour cream, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Reheat cooked rice as needed.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, sliced chicken, and street corn mixture; garnish with extra cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg