Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is packed with flavor, combining juicy chicken, creamy street corn, and zesty toppings over a bed of warm rice. Perfect for a quick dinner or a satisfying meal prep option!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
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4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tbsp avocado oil
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp cumin powder
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (or 2 minced garlic cloves)
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Street Corn Topping:
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1 cup sweet corn kernels (grilled if possible, or frozen)
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1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
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1 cup sour cream (save half for drizzling)
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2 tbsp mayonnaise
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1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
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1 tsp chili powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 lime, cut into wedges
For the Rice and Assembly:
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3 cups cooked rice
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Fresh cilantro for garnish
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Instructions
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Season and Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and let it sit in the fridge for 15-30 minutes.
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Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 8-10 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it.
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Prepare the Street Corn Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the grilled corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, and chili powder. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice.
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Prepare the Rice: Reheat the cooked rice with a splash of water until warm and fluffy.
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Assemble the Bowls: Layer the bowls with rice, sliced chicken, street corn topping, extra Cotija cheese, and cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges.
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Optional: Drizzle extra sour cream or sprinkle Tajín on top for an extra burst of flavor.
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Serve warm with a fresh squeeze of lime.
Notes
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Grilling the corn adds extra smoky flavor, but frozen corn works just as well!
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If you want an extra kick, add Tajín or your favorite hot sauce for a zesty boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg