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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: A Flavorful Feast at Home

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines grilled chicken, charred corn, and zesty lime crema for a delicious and customizable meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Use brown, white, or cilantro-lime rice.
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Grilled Chicken Juicy and filling; can substitute with shrimp, tofu, or beef.
For the Corn
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned; thaw and pat dry before cooking.
For the Beans
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed.
For the Veggies
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion Can substitute with green onions.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes
For the Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Crumbled Cotija Cheese Can substitute with queso fresco or feta.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing the corn.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Crema
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serving Bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Sauté Corn: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly charred. Add chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
  2. Make Lime Crema: In a bowl, combine sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth, adjusting lime juice for brightness.
  3. Assemble Bowls: Start with a base of cooked rice, then layer grilled chicken, corn, black beans, tomatoes, and red onion. Top with crumbled cotija cheese.
  4. Finish: Drizzle lime crema over the assembled bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This bowl is customizable; feel free to swap proteins and add your favorite toppings.

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