Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
A vibrant and flavorful bowl featuring tender chicken, sweet street corn, and fluffy rice, topped with creamy goodness and a splash of citrus.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup street corn (frozen or fresh)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup cheese (like cotija or feta)
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 piece lime
- To taste: salt and pepper
- To taste: creamy sauce (like ranch or crema)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season your chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 7-8 minutes per side until golden brown. Let it rest before slicing.
- Cook the Street Corn: In the same skillet, sauté corn for about 5 minutes until slightly charred. Add chili powder for extra kick, if desired.
- Prepare the Rice: Cook your rice according to package instructions, optionally using broth for added flavor.
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer rice, sliced chicken, sautéed corn, and cheese in bowls.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh cilantro, lime juice, and creamy sauce to taste.
Notes
This dish can be customized with various proteins or grains to suit your tastes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: street corn, chicken rice bowl, summer recipe, Mexican food, healthy dinner