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Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Bowl: Flavor Explosion in Every Bite

This Street Corn Chicken Bowl is a delightful mix of grilled chicken, smoky corn, and zesty lime crema, perfect for a quick summer dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Consider using rotisserie chicken for a faster meal.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Enhances flavor and helps prevent sticking on the grill.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adds a nice kick and depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Infuses a smoky essence.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Lends aromatic depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on cotija cheese.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Adds mild spiciness.
For the Corn
  • 2 cups Corn kernels (fresh or frozen) Frozen corn is convenient when thawed properly.
For the Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the lime crema.
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Contributes tanginess.
  • 1 lime Lime (juiced) Provides burst of acidity.
For Assembly
  • 1 cup Cotija cheese (crumbled) Offers a creamy, salty element; feta can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped) Adds herbal freshness; parsley can be swapped.
  • 2 cups Cooked rice (white or brown) Forms the hearty base.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Street Corn Chicken Bowl
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C). Coat the chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for an additional 6-7 minutes until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. Prepare the corn by cutting kernels off the cob or using thawed frozen corn. Sauté in a skillet with olive oil for about 5 minutes until lightly charred.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice until smooth for the lime crema.
  5. To assemble, start with rice, add sliced chicken, charred corn, sprinkle with cotija cheese, drizzle lime crema, and top with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with toppings like diced avocado or roasted peppers for extra flavor.

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