Name: Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime); 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced; 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned); ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed; ¼ cup diced red onion; ¼ cup diced tomatoes; ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese; 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp chili powder; ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp cumin; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; Juice of 1 lime; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp salt

Description

A vibrant and flavorful rice bowl featuring tender grilled chicken, smoky charred corn, black beans, fresh veggies, and a zesty lime crema. Perfect for a quick, wholesome meal packed with bold Mexican-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Bowl:

2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime)
2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the Lime Crema:

½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Juice of 1 lime
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp salt

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Instructions

Char the Corn
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté the corn kernels for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred. Season with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Lime Crema
In a small bowl, combine sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth. Adjust lime juice to taste.
Cook the Chicken (if not pre-cooked)
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Assemble the Bowl
Start with cooked rice in a bowl. Layer grilled chicken slices, charred corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and red onion on top. Sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese.
Garnish and Serve
Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
Substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
Swap chicken with shrimp, tofu, or beef for variety.

Use dairy-free sour cream and cheese to make this recipe dairy-free.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Bowl and main dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired