Description
Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of a lively street market right to your kitchen. With juicy marinated chicken, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and fluffy jasmine rice, this bowl is not just a meal but an experience that celebrates bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, it’s easy to customize and sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh sweet corn (or frozen)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water and cook according to package instructions (about 18 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté the corn until golden (about 5-7 minutes).
- Grill the marinated chicken on medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F).
- Assemble bowls with a base of rice topped with sliced chicken, sautéed corn, diced avocado, and a squeeze of lime.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (450g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap ingredients; black beans can replace corn or add extra vegetables for variety. For those who enjoy heat, jalapeños or hot sauce can be added for an extra kick.