Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl. Featuring tender chicken, sweet corn, and zesty spices, this dish is a delightful blend of comfort and freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, it takes just under 30 minutes to prepare and can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup (150g) sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups (400g) cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ cup (10g) fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup (120g) sour cream (for topping)
- 1 cup (150g) pico de gallo (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and the diced chicken along with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in sweet corn during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and mix well.
- To assemble, place a scoop of rice in a bowl, top with chicken-corn mixture, pico de gallo, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg