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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls
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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal combining tender chicken, creamy street-style corn, and fluffy rice. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish offers a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors with simple ingredients, making it an ideal quick weeknight dinner that’s both comforting and exciting.

Ingredients

Protein

  • Chicken breasts or thighs (about 1 lb)

Grains

  • Cooked white or brown rice (2 cups)

Street Corn Mixture

  • Fresh or frozen corn kernels (1½ cups)
  • Mayonnaise (¼ cup)
  • Lime juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Chili powder or chipotle powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Garlic, minced (2 cloves)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)

Garnishes

  • Chopped cilantro (2 tablespoons)
  • Cotija cheese, crumbled (¼ cup)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rice: Cook the rice according to package instructions. For extra flavor, use chicken broth instead of water. Keep warm until ready to assemble.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts or thighs with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili powder. Pan-sear over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and slice or shred into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Make the Street Corn Mixture: Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the corn kernels with minced garlic until slightly charred and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise, lime juice, chili or chipotle powder, salt, and pepper until creamy and well combined.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide warm rice into bowls, top each with the cooked chicken pieces, and spoon a generous amount of the creamy street corn mixture on top. Finally, garnish with chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese for authentic flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh corn whenever possible for optimal sweetness and crunch.
  • Don’t skip the lime juice; it brightens and balances the flavors.
  • Lightly char the corn to add a smoky depth without burning it.
  • For more tender and flavorful chicken, marinate with lime juice and spices for 15 minutes before cooking.
  • Add fresh herbs and cheese just before serving to keep their texture and vibrant flavor intact.

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Keywords: street corn, chicken rice bowl, chipotle, cotija cheese, quick dinner, gluten free, Mexican inspired, one bowl meal, weeknight dinner

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