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Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Bowl: The Ultimate Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy a delightful Street Corn Chicken Bowl with creamy cotija cheese, grilled chicken, and sweet corn, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with thighs for more flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances seasoning.
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adds warmth to the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For a smoky flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances savory notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Corn and Rice
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels (Fresh or Frozen) Fresh is ideal.
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice (White or Brown) Cauliflower rice is a low-carb option.
For the Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Adds richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice For zesty freshness.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese (or Feta) For authentic taste.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and coat them with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate.
  3. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. In a skillet, sauté or grill corn kernels for about 5 minutes until lightly charred.
  5. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Assemble bowls by dividing rice, adding chicken and corn, crumbling cotija cheese on top, and drizzling with lime crema. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate for at least 15-30 minutes for maximum flavor. Serve bowls warm.

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