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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: Flavor-Packed Meal Prep Magic

The Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful meal prep option featuring grilled chicken, charred corn, and zesty lime crema, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice works well
For the Protein
  • 1 pound grilled chicken breasts juicy and flavorful
For the Corn
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned depending on availability
For the Beans
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
For the Toppings
  • ½ cup cotija cheese or substitute with queso fresco
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro for garnish
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Lime Crema
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 unit juice of 1 lime adds citrusy flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing corn

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups of corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they turn lightly charred and golden. Stir in the seasoning, letting it meld into the corn. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt with the juice of 1 lime and garlic powder. Mix well until smooth and taste for adjustments. Set aside.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season 1 pound of chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and cumin. Grill for 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  4. Build your bowl starting with a serving of cooked rice, layering sliced chicken, charred corn, black beans, diced onion, and diced tomatoes. Sprinkle with ½ cup of crumbled cotija cheese.
  5. Drizzle lime crema over each bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Freeze rice and chicken for longer storage.

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