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Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Savory Street Corn Chicken Bowl That'll Brighten Your Weeknights

A vibrant and delicious Street Corn Chicken Bowl that's quick and easy to make, ideal for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Rich in flavor and tender
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil For marinating
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin For authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic works too
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
For the Street Corn Mix
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels Grilled or sautéed
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely sliced
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream For creaminess
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Omit for lighter dish
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Salty and crumbly
For Serving
  • 3 cups Rice Use already cooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves Chopped for garnish
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges To enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 8–10 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Prepare Corn Mix: Mix sweet corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice in another bowl until well combined.
  4. Heat Rice: Warm prepared rice in the microwave or stovetop, stirring in chopped cilantro if desired.
  5. Assemble Bowls: Divide warm rice into bowls, top with sliced chicken and corn mix, sprinkle with Cotija cheese and cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize ingredients as per taste; add black beans for protein or switch up herbs.

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