Description
A hearty, flavorful rice bowl combining juicy grilled chicken, sweet and smoky street corn, and a creamy sauce. This dish is a fiesta in a bowl—perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken breast – 2 large breasts (or 4 thighs for more flavor)
- Sweet corn – 2 cups (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Rice – 1 1/2 cups uncooked (yields about 4 cups cooked rice)
- Mayonnaise – 1/2 cup
- Cotija cheese – 1/2 cup, crumbled (or feta as an alternative)
- Lime – 1 lime (for juice and wedges)
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder – 1 teaspoon
- Paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons (for cooking)
- Fresh cilantro – 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Cook the rice according to package instructions. Optionally, add chicken broth or lime juice to the rice for added flavor.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken with chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken in olive oil over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.
- Make the Street Corn: If using fresh corn, grill or char it in a pan. If using frozen or canned, heat it up in a skillet with olive oil. Toss the corn with mayonnaise, lime juice, and cotija cheese. Set aside.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a scoop of cooked rice, top with sliced chicken, and add the creamy street corn mixture. Garnish with extra cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
- Drizzle with Sauce and Serve: Top with a creamy sauce like chipotle mayo or cilantro lime dressing. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Grill the Corn for Extra Flavor: Grilled corn enhances the smoky flavor of the dish.
- Customize the Heat: Add chopped jalapeños or drizzle with hot sauce for extra spice.
- Use Rotisserie Chicken: For a quicker meal, substitute with pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg