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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

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A vibrant and customizable bowl featuring grilled chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of fresh toppings inspired by the beloved Mexican street corn.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 chicken breasts (grilled and sliced)
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup black beans
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for the sour cream/yogurt mix)

Instructions

  1. Cook your rice according to package instructions, using chicken broth for extra flavor if desired.
  2. Prepare the chicken by marinating it in olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes. Grill until cooked through.
  3. Sauté the corn in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until charred.
  4. Warm the black beans in a small saucepan with a pinch of cumin and salt.
  5. Create the sour cream sauce by combining sour cream or Greek yogurt with lime juice, garlic powder, and salt.
  6. Assemble the bowls by placing a scoop of rice at the base, followed by chicken, corn, black beans, red onion, tomatoes, and cotija cheese.
  7. Drizzle with sour cream sauce and garnish with cilantro and extra lime juice.
  8. Serve and enjoy your beautifully crafted bowls!

Notes

Customize this dish with different proteins or toppings based on preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: street corn, chicken bowl, Mexican food, summer recipes, customizable meals

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