Description
Mexican street corn meets comfort food in this sizzling chicken rice bowl, blending zesty grilled corn, spicy seasonings, and creamy textures. Juicy chicken and charred corn dance over fluffy rice, inviting you to savor each bold, hearty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts (diced)
Starches and Base:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup grilled or canned corn
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm a skillet with olive oil over medium temperature, carefully sautéing diced chicken until it transforms into a golden-brown hue, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika for robust flavor profiles.
- Create a vibrant street corn sauce by whisking mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and zesty chili powder in a separate mixing vessel until smoothly combined.
- Utilize a grill pan or skillet to caramelize corn kernels, developing a smoky char that enhances the overall taste complexity of the dish.
- Construct the bowl foundation by spreading a generous layer of fluffy rice, strategically positioning the perfectly seasoned chicken as the primary protein element.
- Cascade the charred corn kernels across the chicken, ensuring even distribution for consistent flavor in each bite.
- Drizzle the prepared street corn sauce generously over the entire composition, allowing the creamy and tangy mixture to meld with the chicken and rice.
- Elevate the presentation by sprinkling freshly chopped cilantro, crumbling authentic cotija cheese, and dusting with an additional hint of chili powder for a final aromatic and visual flourish.
- Serve the bowl immediately to preserve temperature and textural integrity, presenting a vibrant and appetizing culinary creation.
Notes
- Select bone-in chicken thighs for extra juicy and flavorful meat that remains tender during cooking.
- Swap white rice with brown or cauliflower rice to create a healthier, lower-carb alternative that maintains the dish’s delicious profile.
- Toast corn kernels in a dry skillet for deeper, smokier flavor without added oil, enhancing the street corn experience.
- Prepare street corn sauce ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to three days, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg