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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls
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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls combine tender, juicy chicken with smoky, creamy street-style corn and fluffy rice to create a vibrant, flavor-packed, and easy-to-make meal inspired by classic Mexican street food. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, these bowls are customizable, nutritious, and satisfying.

Ingredients

Protein

  • Chicken breasts or thighs, 1 to 1.5 lbs

Vegetables & Grains

  • Fresh corn kernels, 2 cups
  • Cooked rice, 3 cups
  • Fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped

Street Corn Sauce

  • Mayonnaise or Mexican crema, 1/2 cup
  • Lime juice, 2 tablespoons
  • Chili powder, 1 teaspoon
  • Salt, 1/4 teaspoon, plus more to taste
  • Queso fresco or feta cheese, 1/3 cup crumbled

Spices for Chicken

  • Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder, 1 teaspoon
  • Chili powder, 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Additional

  • Oil for cooking, 1-2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts or thighs generously with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
  2. Cook the Corn: While the chicken cooks, heat a separate pan over medium heat. Add fresh corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred and tender to bring out the smoky, authentic street corn flavor.
  3. Mix the Street Corn Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise or Mexican crema with lime juice, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Toss the warm corn kernels in this mixture until well coated. Fold in crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese to finish the street corn.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Place a generous scoop of cooked rice into each bowl. Layer with sliced chicken on top, then spoon the creamy street corn mixture over everything. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and an extra drizzle of lime juice for a bright finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh corn and lime juice for the best authentic flavors.
  • Let cooked chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Slightly char the corn to add smoky, caramelized flavors essential to the dish.
  • Season boldly with spices to build complex layers of taste.
  • Adjust chili powder to control the spice level to your preference.

Nutrition

Keywords: street corn, chicken, rice bowls, Mexican street food, easy dinner, meal prep, smoky corn, queso fresco

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