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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl – High Protein Dinner Recipe

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl – High Protein Dinner Recipe

Description

Hello, foodies! If you’re looking for a smoky and satisfying meal bursting with Mexican-inspired flavours and a smoky, spicy aroma, then this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is the ideal dish for you. This one-bowl meal blends succulent spiced chicken, creamy street corn and the fluffy cilantro-lime rice to create a delicious balanced meal that’s simple to prepare.

If you’re planning your meals for the week or cooking the perfect family dinner this recipe includes everything you require in a bowl–protein as well as grains as well as vegetables. Additionally the citrus kick and smokey corn topping will take the dish into the realm of. Prepare to wow your palate through the street-food inspired masterpiece!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1lb of bone-free non-skinless, skinless chicken breasts and thighs cut into dices
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 TSP chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 TSP cumin
  • 1/2 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 TSP onion powder
  • 1/4 salt tsp
  • 1/4 TSP black pepper

For the Street Corn Topping:

  • 2 cups of corn kernels (fresh frozen, fresh, or canned)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup of sour cream (or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup of crumbled either feta or cotija cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • One lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro chopped

For the Cilantro-Lime Rice:

  • 2 cups of cooked brown or white rice
  • 1 Tbsp butter or olive oil
  • One lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro 1/4 cup, chopped

Optional Toppings:

  • Avocado diced
  • Cut jalapenos
  • Extra lime wedges
  • Hot sauce

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

A mixing bowl mix together the chili powder, olive oil cumin, smoked paprika onion powder, garlic powder salt as well as pepper. Add the chopped chicken and toss until evenly coated. Marinate and cover at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes..

Step 2: Prepare the Street Corn Topping

  • Heating 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium-high temperature.
  • Include to the corn kernels and cook for about 3-5 minutes until they are slightly charcoaled.
  • Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  • Mix in a bowl. mix the charred corn, mayonnaise as well as sour cream, chili powder lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Mix well, and then set aside.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

  • Prepare an huge skillet at medium-high temperature.
  • Incorporate your the marinated chicken and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per for each side till golden and cooked to perfection ( internal temp of at least 165degF, (or 75degC).
  • Remove from the heat and allow to sit until five minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Rice

  • Within a bowl mix rice ready rice with lime juice, butter along with cilantro until thoroughly mixed.

Step 5: Assemble the Bowls

  • Split your lemon-lime and cilantro rice into four bowls.
  • Add the cooked chicken and street corn mix as well as optional toppings like jalapenos, avocado and lime wedges.

Equipment

Notes

Get the most powerful corn char: The corn should remain in a quiet place for about a minute before stirring.

Juicy Chicken Try using thighs rather than breasts to get additional flavor.

Spice levels can be customized: Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for a stronger spice.

Vegetarian Alternative: Swap chicken for black beans or tofu.

Find it online: https://fenrecipes.com/street-corn-chicken-rice-bowl-high-protein-dinner-recipe-2/