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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: A Flavorful Quick Meal

Enjoy a Protein-Packed Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, combining smoky corn and seasoned chicken for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Substitute with turkey or tofu if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Needed for cooking.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine or Basmati Rice Avoid substitutions for the best texture.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Corn Sauté until slightly charred.
  • 1 large Avocado Store separately until serving for freshness.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if preferred.
  • 1 medium Lime Freshly squeezed lime juice is essential.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Cotija or Feta Cheese Can be swapped with any crumbly cheese.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • saucepan
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Jasmine or Basmati rice according to package instructions; typically, rinse and combine with water, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and chili powder, coat evenly, and let sit briefly.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, ensuring it's ready for cooking.
  4. Cook the seasoned chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching 165°F.
  5. Add corn to the skillet when the chicken is nearly finished cooking, sauté for 3-5 minutes until charred.
  6. Remove the chicken, let it rest, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed corn, chopped chicken, cilantro, and lime juice, then toss together.
  8. Serve in bowls, topping with avocado slices and crumbled Cotija or feta cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a bright flavor, use fresh lime juice. Avoid overcooking the chicken to maintain juiciness.

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