Description
The Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This customizable rice bowl features juicy, marinated chicken thighs paired with smoky grilled corn, creamy Cotija cheese, and a zesty lime sauce, making it perfect for lunch or dinner. Not only is this meal quick to prepare—taking just 50 minutes—but it’s also packed with protein and fresh ingredients, ensuring you can enjoy a healthy meal without sacrificing taste. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this rice bowl is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (grilled)
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 3 cups cooked rice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for 15-30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the marinated chicken for 8-10 minutes per side until golden brown. Let cool and slice.
- In a bowl, mix grilled corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Reheat the cooked rice and divide it into bowls topped with sliced chicken and street corn mixture. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 500g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg