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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

A comforting bowl filled with smoky, sweet flavors that transports you to the street vendors of Mexico, perfect for chaotic weeknight cooking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup rice, uncooked Basmati recommended for a touch of fancy.
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced Feel free to use leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil A good quality oil makes a difference.
  • 1 cup corn Fresh or frozen corn works well.
  • 1 medium red onion, diced Adds a pinch of sweetness.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced You can use more if you like.
  • 1 tsp cumin The secret spice that holds everything together.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika Adds lovely depth to the dish.
  • Salt to taste salt Season as preferred.
  • Pepper to taste pepper Use a generous amount.
  • 1 large lime, zest and juice Zest brightens the dish and balances richness.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Optional for freshness.
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced Great topping option.
  • 1/2 cup cheese, crumbled (feta or cotija) Cheddar also works well.

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Sautéing the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add the diced chicken, and season with salt and pepper.
Adding Veggies and Spices
  1. Once the chicken is browned, add onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Sprinkle in cumin and smoked paprika.
Mixing in Corn and Rice
  1. Stir in corn and cooked rice, ensuring everything is beautifully mixed.
Finishing Touches
  1. Add lime zest, juice, and cilantro to the mixture and stir well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve in bowl-sized portions; leftovers are even better the next day! If chicken is dry, soak in broth to revive it.
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