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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

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A vibrant rice bowl featuring grilled chicken, charred corn, and a creamy lime crema, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
  • 2 chicken breasts (grilled and sliced)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/2 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Sauté the corn: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Toss in the corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they develop a light char. Sprinkle with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Set this aromatic corn aside.
  2. Prepare the lime crema: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Adjust the lime juice according to your taste for a refreshing zing.
  3. Assemble the bowls: Begin with a hearty base of your chosen cooked rice, layering up with sliced grilled chicken, the charred corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, red onion, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.
  4. Drizzle and garnish: Finish with a generous drizzle of lime crema and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
  5. Serve: Enjoy every vibrant mouthful!

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or use tofu for a vegetarian version. Customize with other veggies like bell peppers or zucchini.

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Keywords: chicken rice bowl, street corn, summer recipe, Mexican cuisine, easy dinner

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