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Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Delicious Street Corn Chicken Bowl: A Quick Family Dinner!

This Street Corn Chicken Bowl is a quick and flavorful option for busy weeknights, perfect for the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Provides protein and richness
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil Can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Can substitute with paprika or cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin No substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can replace it
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Basic seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Basic seasoning
For the Corn Mixture
  • 1 cup Sweet corn kernels Grilled or thawed frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Can substitute with shallots or green onions
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a lower-fat substitute
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Can be omitted for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese Feta cheese can be a good substitute
For the Bowl
  • 4 cups Prepared rice Any type of cooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Optional for garnish
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges For additional zest

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Let them sit for 15-30 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and sear for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix sweet corn kernels, diced red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, and crumbled Cotija cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Reheat the prepared rice until warm, fluffing it to ensure lightness.
  5. To serve, ladle warm rice into bowls, top with sliced chicken and corn mixture, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store components in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze chicken and corn mixture separately for up to 3 months.

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