Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant and delicious meal that combines the smoky flavor of grilled chicken with sweet corn, fresh vegetables, and creamy Cotija cheese. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this customizable dish allows you to mix and match your favorite toppings, making it suitable for any occasion. With its zesty lime sauce and protein-rich ingredients, this bowl serves not only as a satisfying meal but also as a healthy option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy a burst of flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup sweet corn (grilled or sautéed)
- 3 cups cooked rice
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Grill fresh corn or sauté frozen corn until heated through.
- For the sauce, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice first, followed by sliced grilled chicken, corn kernels, and red onion. Drizzle with sauce and top with additional Cotija cheese and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg