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Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Delicious Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl Ready in 30 Minutes

This Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl combines tender chicken with creamy street corn and fluffy rice, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs substitute with chicken breasts if preferred
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder ensure it is fresh
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin no direct substitute
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic may be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Corn Mixture
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels fresh or thawed frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion can be substituted with green onions
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise can be replaced with additional sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Cotija Cheese feta can be used as a substitute
For Serving
  • 2 cups Prepared Rice can use white, brown, or cauliflower rice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves omit if not a fan
  • 2 pcs Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Add the boneless chicken thighs and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil. Sear chicken thighs for 8 to 10 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sweet corn, diced red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, extra chili powder, and a splash of lime juice. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a microwave-safe dish, heat the prepared rice until fluffy. If using a microwave, about 2-3 minutes should suffice.
  5. In serving bowls, layer warm rice, sliced chicken, and prepared street corn mixture. Garnish with additional Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and lime wedge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This bowl is customizable with different proteins or fresh veggies.

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