Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl for Busy Nights

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant dish bursting with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups rice white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice; cauliflower rice for low-carb

For the Protein

2 pieces chicken breasts can be swapped for shrimp, tofu, or beef

For the Corn

2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned; thaw and dry frozen corn

For the Beans

1 can black beans drained and rinsed

For the Veggies

1 medium red onion thinly sliced
1 cup diced tomatoes cherry or heirloom tomatoes optional

For the Toppings

1 cup cotija cheese can substitute with queso fresco or feta cheese
0.5 cup cilantro chopped; optional

For Cooking

1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil

For Flavoring

1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon cumin
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

Equipment

large skillet
mixing bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and allow it to warm for 1-2 minutes.
Add corn kernels to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly charred. Mix in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
In a small mixing bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
In serving bowls, add a portion of cooked rice as the base.
Layer grilled chicken slices on top of the rice and add a scoop of black beans.
Scatter diced tomatoes and red onion on top.
Sprinkle cotija cheese generously over the bowl and garnish with cilantro.
Drizzle lime crema over the bowl before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best texture, combine ingredients just before serving. Store components separately in airtight containers for freshness.

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