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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: A Fiesta in a Bowl!

Craving a taste of Mexico? This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavor explosion! Juicy chicken, grilled corn, creamy topping, and tangy lime. Quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Street Corn Topping:

  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels (grilled, if possible – frozen works too)
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

For the Rice and Assembly:

  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Season and Marinate the Chicken:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.

Cook the Chicken:

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Prepare the Street Corn Topping:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the grilled corn kernels, thinly sliced red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, and chili powder.
  2. Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.

Prepare the Rice:

  1. Reheat 3 cups of cooked rice with a splash of water in a pot or microwave until warm and fluffy.

Assemble the Bowls:

  1. Divide the warm rice evenly among serving bowls.
  2. Top with sliced chicken and a generous spoonful of the street corn topping.
  3. Sprinkle with extra Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
  4. Garnish with lime wedges.

Serve:

Serve your Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls warm with an optional squeeze of fresh lime juice.