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Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe

Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe for a Flavorful Weeknight Feast

Enjoy a flavorful and customizable Street Corn Chicken Bowl for dinner, perfect for summer nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts Substitute with grilled tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust to taste for desired heat.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder option.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Salt Kosher salt is recommended.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked pepper is preferred.
For the Corn and Toppings
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels Fresh corn is ideal, but frozen can also work.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Feta cheese makes a good substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Use dairy-free sour cream for vegan options.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Lemon juice can substitute in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Parsley can be used as an alternative.
For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Brown rice or quinoa are healthier options.

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 375°F to 400°F.
  2. Coat the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Grill or sauté the corn kernels for about 5 minutes until charred.
  6. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice in a bowl and whisk until smooth to make lime crema.
  7. Assemble the bowls with cooked rice, grilled chicken, charred corn, cotija cheese, lime crema, and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 36gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for leftovers; store components separately for optimal freshness.

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