Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a delightful fusion dish that combines juicy marinated chicken, smoky grilled corn, and creamy toppings. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, bringing together bold tastes and colorful ingredients to create a meal everyone will love. With its customizable nature, you can easily adjust the toppings to suit your preferences, making it a versatile option for any dining occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (grilled or frozen)
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lime (cut into wedges)
- 3 cups cooked rice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken thighs with this marinade and let them rest in the fridge for 15-30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken thighs for about 8-10 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown. Let them rest before slicing into strips.
- In another bowl, mix together grilled corn kernels, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reheat the cooked rice until warm and fluffy.
- Assemble by dividing rice among bowls, topping with sliced chicken and street corn topping. Garnish with extra Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg