Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of summer with our Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl! This delightful dish combines juicy chicken, fresh corn, and creamy avocado over a bed of fluffy rice, embodying the essence of street corn in a satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it captures both comfort and refreshment in every bite. With its quick preparation time and customizable toppings, this bowl is not only delicious but also a healthy option packed with protein and veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 lime, juiced
- ¼ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with olive oil and spices. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté corn for 3-4 minutes until slightly charred. Stir in lime juice.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked rice, sliced chicken, sautéed corn, and diced avocado.
- Top with cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg