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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a colorful and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Mexican street food into your home. Featuring tender grilled chicken, sweet charred corn, and fluffy rice, this bowl is topped with a zesty lime sauce for an unforgettable experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it allows for personal customization with fresh cilantro and creamy sour cream. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a comforting yet exciting meal everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 ears fresh corn on the cob
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati)
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • ½ cup full-fat sour cream
  • 1 tsp chili powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and chili powder; grill for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  2. Grill corn until evenly charred (about 10 minutes). Cool slightly and slice off kernels.
  3. Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff with a fork.
  4. In a large bowl, mix rice with corn kernels and cilantro; drizzle lime juice and toss gently.
  5. Slice grilled chicken and serve over the rice mixture. Drizzle with sour cream mixed with lime juice.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate chicken in lime juice and spices for at least an hour before grilling.
Substitute brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist.
Feel free to add toppings like diced tomatoes or avocado for extra freshness.

  • Author: Jewel
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (375g)
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken in lime juice and spices for at least an hour before grilling. Substitute brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist. Feel free to add toppings like diced tomatoes or avocado for extra freshness.