Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a perfect meal for any occasion. Featuring tender marinated chicken thighs, sweet grilled corn, and rich Cotija cheese, this bowl is a delightful fusion of taste and texture. Quick to prepare in under an hour, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Top it with your favorite ingredients like creamy avocado or zesty salsa for a personalized touch. Enjoy a wholesome meal that brings together fresh ingredients and bold flavors, making dining both satisfying and enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup Cotija cheese
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- Lime wedges for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Combine lime juice, oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken thighs and let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Heat skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 8-10 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest before slicing.
- Prepare street corn topping: Mix corn, red onion, half sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Reheat rice: Warm cooked rice in a saucepan with water.
- Assemble bowls: Layer rice, sliced chicken, and corn topping in bowls; garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 865mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg