Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, where juicy marinated chicken thighs meet sweet grilled corn and zesty lime crema. This dish is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes that brings the essence of Mexican street food right to your dining table. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s easily customizable, allowing everyone to add their favorite toppings. With its creamy and smoky flavor profile, this bowl is bound to become a household favorite, making every meal a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lime (juice only)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1.5 cups jasmine rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 lime (zest and juice)
- 3 ears fresh corn (or 2 cups frozen corn)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
- 1 lime (juice only)
- Salt (pinch)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook jasmine rice in chicken broth according to package instructions; mix in cilantro and lime zest once done.
- Grill corn until charred; mix kernels with mayonnaise and half of the chili powder.
- Grill or sear marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side; let rest before slicing.
- Combine lime juice with sour cream or Mexican crema for the sauce.
- Assemble bowls with rice base; top with sliced chicken, grilled corn mixture, cotija cheese, lime sauce, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg