Description
A hearty and flavorful bowl combining seasoned chicken, creamy street corn, and fluffy rice for a comforting yet fresh meal packed with smoky and zesty flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, cooked and sliced
- 2 cups corn kernels (grilled, canned, or frozen)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese or feta, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Season and cook the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder until fully cooked, then slice into pieces.
- Prepare the rice and keep it warm.
- In a bowl, mix corn with mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble bowls by adding rice as the base.
- Top with sliced chicken.
- Spoon the creamy street corn mixture over the chicken.
- Add crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, avocado, and jalapeño if desired.
- Finish with an extra squeeze of lime and serve immediately.
Notes
- Grilled corn adds extra smoky flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
- Add black beans for extra protein and fiber.
- Adjust spice level with more chili powder or hot sauce.
- Store components separately for best texture when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
