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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl for Cozy Nights

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines tender chicken, charred corn, and zesty lime crema for a flavorful dinner experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika use smoked for depth
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is best
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth is a great alternative
For the Corn Topping
  • 2 ears Fresh Corn (or Frozen Corn) grilled preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese or feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley
  • 1/2 cup Mexican Crema or Sour Cream thin with water if using sour cream

Equipment

  • grill
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • grill pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by combining the chicken thighs with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, minced garlic, and lime juice. Let rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the jasmine rice by combining it with chicken broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy. Fold in chopped cilantro and lime juice.
  3. Char the corn on a grill at medium-high heat, turning until golden, about 10-12 minutes. Cool slightly, cut kernels off the cob, and mix with mayonnaise and chili powder.
  4. Grill the marinated chicken on preheated grill or skillet, about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Make the lime crema by combining Mexican crema (or sour cream) with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  6. Assemble the bowls starting with rice, followed by sliced chicken, corn mixture, crumbled cotija cheese, lime crema, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Store components separately in the fridge for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.

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