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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls

A vibrant, flavorful dish combining juicy seasoned chicken with creamy street corn, served over fluffy rice with fresh toppings for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Street Corn Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing the chicken
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 cup corn kernels Fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese Crumbled; substitute feta if unavailable
  • 1 lime lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro For freshness
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder For a touch of spice
  • salt and pepper To taste
For the Rice Bowls
  • 2 cups cooked rice Jasmine or basmati recommended
  • Optional toppings Avocado slices, black beans, pico de gallo, extra cilantro, sour cream, or Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Large skillet,
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with a paper towel, then season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the corn kernels and cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly charred and tender.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), cotija cheese, lime juice, cilantro, and the remaining chili powder. Mix well to create a creamy street corn sauce.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the creamy corn mixture.
  7. Assemble the bowls by placing warm rice at the bottom. Top with a generous portion of street corn chicken.
  8. Add optional toppings like avocado, black beans, pico de gallo, extra cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 42gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 3.8mg

Notes

For extra flavor, try grilling the chicken instead of pan-searing. Adjust spice levels to taste by adding jalapeños or extra chili powder.
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