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Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe to Savor!

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This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant fusion of traditional Mexican street corn flavors with hearty chicken and fluffy rice. It’s a delightful meal that captures the essence of street food right in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 lime
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of jasmine rice and a pinch of salt. Stir once, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Once done, fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. While the rice is cooking, season 1 lb of chicken thighs with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let it rest before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 cups of corn and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it starts to caramelize slightly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, the juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Start with a base of fluffy jasmine rice, then layer on the sliced chicken and sautéed corn. Drizzle the lime mayonnaise over the top and finish with crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Keywords: For a leaner option, substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast. For a vegetarian version, swap chicken with black beans or grilled tofu. Omit cotija cheese for a dairy-free option and use avocado instead.

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