Description
Mexican street corn meets juicy chicken in this zesty rice bowl, blending smoky, creamy flavors with a tangy cilantro-lime kick. Spicy, fresh ingredients combine to create a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, grilled or cooked and diced
Grains and Base:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
Fresh Vegetables and Toppings:
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels (or charred corn)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Seasonings and Oil:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare rice following package guidelines, ensuring fluffy and separated grains.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F, generously coating the pan.
- Season chicken breasts with chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Cook chicken thoroughly until internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-8 minutes per side.
- Slice chicken into uniform, bite-sized cubes for consistent texture and easy eating.
- Select a spacious mixing bowl to combine cooked rice, sweet corn kernels, diced red onion, fresh tomatoes, and chopped chicken.
- Create a creamy drizzle using sour cream or tangy Greek yogurt, distributing evenly across the rice mixture.
- Crumble cotija cheese generously over the bowl, adding a rich, salty dimension.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro for vibrant color and aromatic finish.
- Accompany the dish with zesty lime wedges to enhance overall flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and textures are at their peak.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh to create a vegetarian version that maintains the dish’s protein-packed goodness.
- Try different rice varieties like brown rice or quinoa for added nutrition and varied texture.
- Quickly toast corn kernels before adding to enhance their natural sweetness and create a deeper, more complex flavor profile.
- Prepare extra seasoned chicken to use in meal prep, storing in airtight containers for quick weeknight dinners throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg