Description
Mexican street corn chicken rice bowls blend zesty flavors with comforting ingredients. Creamy, spicy elements combine for a satisfying meal that brings Mexican street food directly to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 grilled chicken breasts (diced)
Grains:
- 2 cups cooked rice
Corn and Vegetable Components:
- 1 cup cooked corn (grilled or canned)
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Creamy and Cheese Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare white rice following package guidelines, ensuring fluffy and separate grains. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear at medium-high heat (375°F) for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Dice cooked chicken into uniform, bite-sized cubes for even distribution in the bowl.
- Create street corn mixture by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, crumbled cotija cheese, fresh lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and chopped cilantro until ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Layer rice as the foundational base in serving bowls, creating a smooth, even surface.
- Distribute warm diced chicken evenly over rice layer, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Generously spoon street corn mixture across chicken, allowing ingredients to intermingle and create vibrant flavor profiles.
- Enhance presentation by sprinkling additional cotija cheese crumbles and fresh cilantro leaves on top.
- Finish with a final squeeze of fresh lime juice to brighten overall taste and add tangy brightness.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and textures are optimal.
Notes
- Select a short-grain or medium-grain rice for a stickier, more cohesive bowl base that holds toppings better.
- Marinate chicken in lime juice and chili powder beforehand to enhance flavor penetration and tenderness.
- Consider grilling corn directly for a smoky, charred taste that intensifies the street corn mixture’s authenticity.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich alternative that reduces overall calorie content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg