Description
The Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines tender seasoned chicken, smoky corn, and zesty flavors reminiscent of Mexican elote. This high-protein rice bowl is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or impressing friends at a gathering. With its colorful ingredients and delightful taste, it’s sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation. Plus, it’s customizable, allowing you to swap in your favorite veggies or toppings for added variety.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- 1 large avocado
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 0.5 cup cotija or feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F).
- Add corn to the skillet during the last few minutes of cooking and sauté until slightly charred.
- Let chicken rest before chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, sautéed corn, chopped chicken, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Serve topped with avocado slices and sprinkle with cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg