Description
Savor the irresistible flavors of Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls. This quick and easy dish combines tender chicken thighs, sweet corn, and a zesty crema perfect for a satisfying meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups corn off the cob
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ⅓ cup green onion
- 2-3 tablespoons mayo
- 2-3 tablespoons greek yogurt
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ⅓ cup cotija cheese
- 2 cups cilantro lime rice or white rice
- 1 avocado
- ½ cup sliced red onion
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 batch chipotle aioli
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the chicken rub and apply it generously to the chicken thighs. Arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Bake the chicken for about 30 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the chicken is baking, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the corn and sauté for about 5 minutes until it begins to brown. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- In the mixing bowl with the corn, add all remaining ingredients and stir to mix well. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Once the chicken is finished baking, allow it to cool for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips. Assemble the bowls by starting with a base of rice, followed by the corn, chicken, cilantro, onion, and top with cilantro lime crema.
Notes
Feel free to use frozen corn if fresh corn is not available, just thaw it before cooking.
Customize the toppings to your liking, adding ingredients like jalapeños or other vegetables for extra flavor.
For a spicier version, increase the amount of chili powder or serve with additional chipotle aioli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg