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Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Savor the Best Street Corn Chicken Bowl for Easy Dinner Joy

Experience vibrant flavors with this Street Corn Chicken Bowl, a delightful and customizable dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Substitute with grilled halloumi or black beans for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with neutral oil
  • 2 teaspoons Chili powder Adjust for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Fresh onion can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Can be omitted
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional for heat
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Corn Mixture
  • 2 cups Fresh corn Frozen corn works as a substitute
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise Or Mexican crema
  • ¼ cup Sour cream Or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese Feta can be used
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Can be omitted
  • 1 lime Lime Juice for brightness
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Rice Quinoa can be used for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Optional for dairy-free
For Garnishing and Extras
  • 1 cup Black beans Tofu cubes are a great choice
  • 1 avocado Avocado Optional
  • to taste Hot sauce Optional
  • 1 lime Lime wedges Optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Grill or Oven
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cube the chicken breasts and mix with spices in a bowl. Marinate for 30 minutes if possible.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  3. Grill or roast corn until slightly charred, then cut off the kernels.
  4. Mix corn kernels with mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder to create elote sauce.
  5. Rinse rice and cook in a saucepan with broth and butter until liquid is absorbed.
  6. Assemble bowls starting with rice, adding black beans, corn mixture, chicken, avocado, hot sauce, and lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This dish is customizable for different tastes; marinade time enhances flavor.

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