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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl for a Quick Weeknight Meal

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Tender chicken with grilled corn, Cotija cheese, and lime over rice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 512
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels grilled, if possible - frozen
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 cup sour cream save half to drizzle on top
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • ½ cup cotija cheese crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (Optional for serving)

Method
 

  1. Season and marinate the chicken:
  2. Combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat 4 chicken thighs and marinate for 15-30 minutes in the fridge.
  3. Cook the chicken:
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook (sear) the chicken for 8-10 minutes per side until done. Rest, then slice.
  5. Prepare the street corn topping:
  6. Mix 1 cup grilled corn or sauteed frozen sweet corn, ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion, ½ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, ½ cup Cotija cheese, and 1 teaspoon chili powder. Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
  7. Prepare the rice:
  8. Reheat 3 cups cooked rice with a splash of water until warm and fluffy.
  9. Assemble the bowls:
  10. Add rice, sliced chicken, street corn topping, extra Cotija, and cilantro to each bowl. Garnish with lime wedges. Optional: Drizzle extra sour cream on top if desired. Optional: Finish with a sprinkle of Tajín for extra flavor.
  11. Serve:
  12. Serve warm with an optional squeeze of lime.

Nutrition

Calories: 512kcalCarbohydrates: 43.5gProtein: 22.6gFat: 28.2g

Notes

Pat chicken thighs dry before pan-searing for a better sear and crispiness.

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