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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

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A flavorful journey to comfort food bliss with grilled chicken, sweet corn, and vibrant flavors in a bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
  • 2 chicken breasts (grilled and sliced)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/2 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for the crema)

Instructions

  1. Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  2. Prep the Corn: Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle with a little olive oil. Add the corn kernels and let them sizzle for about 5 minutes until slightly charred.
  3. Combine Flavors: Sprinkle in the garlic powder and additional chili powder if desired. Stir together for a minute and then remove from heat.
  4. Make the Crema: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Slice the Chicken: Let the grilled chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
  6. Assemble Your Bowl: Start with a generous serving of rice, layer with corn and black beans, top with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, red onion, crumbled cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro.
  7. Drizzle with Crema: Serve with a drizzle of the lime-sour cream sauce over the bowl.
  8. Serve with Love: Enjoy immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using cilantro-lime rice and feel free to personalize with additional toppings like salsa or avocado.

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Keywords: chicken, rice bowl, street corn, comfort food, Mexican, grill

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