Description
Mexican street corn meets hearty chicken rice bowl in this flavor-packed culinary adventure. Zesty spices, creamy cotija, and charred corn blend seamlessly to create a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups white or brown rice
- 1 cup corn kernels
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeno
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Infuse chicken with a robust spice blend of salt, pepper, chili powder, and smoked paprika, then sear in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes per side.
- Create a vibrant corn mixture by combining sweet corn kernels with creamy mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, zesty lime juice, crumbled cotija cheese, and a sprinkle of chili powder and smoked paprika, stirring until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Construct the bowl by spreading a fluffy base of white rice, then carefully arranging the seasoned chicken atop the grains.
- Generously crown the dish with the prepared corn mixture, ensuring even coverage across the protein and rice.
- Enhance the flavor profile by scattering fresh cilantro leaves, adding diced jalapeno for a spicy kick, and sprinkling additional cotija cheese for textural contrast.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by fresh lime wedges to allow diners to adjust the citrus brightness according to preference.
Notes
- Adjust chili powder and smoked paprika levels to match personal heat tolerance, creating a customized flavor profile.
- Replace chicken with grilled shrimp, tofu, or black beans for diverse dietary preferences and nutritional variety.
- Use queso fresco or feta if cotija cheese is unavailable, maintaining the tangy and salty cheese element.
- Prepare chicken, corn mixture, and rice separately in advance for quick assembly during busy weekdays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg