Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a delightful fusion inspired by traditional Mexican elote. This dish features tender marinated chicken paired with smoky grilled corn, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime sauce served over fluffy rice. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable to suit any palate. Enjoy it as a satisfying meal prep option or impress your guests at casual gatherings. With its fresh ingredients and robust flavor profile, this bowl is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- 1 large avocado
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup cotija or feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- Chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until no longer pink.
- Add corn to the skillet and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes until slightly charred.
- Allow chicken to rest before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked rice, sautéed corn, chopped chicken, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Serve in bowls topped with avocado slices and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg