Description
A vibrant mix of grilled chicken, sweet corn, fresh veggies, and zesty lime, this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and nutritious meal option.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 2 chicken breasts (grilled and sliced)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Sauté the corn kernels for 3-4 minutes until they are lightly charred.
- Season your corn with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Then, set it aside.
- Mix the lime crema: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Adjust the lime juice based on your taste preferences.
- Assemble your meal: Start with a base of cooked rice. Layer the sliced grilled chicken, charred corn, black beans, tomatoes, red onion, and sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese.
- Finish it off by drizzling the lime crema over the top and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve and enjoy immediately!
Notes
For best results, season your chicken generously before grilling. Using fresh corn on the cob adds delightful sweetness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Street Corn, Chicken, Rice Bowl, Mexican, Grilled, Quick Meal, Easy Recipe