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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl. This delightful dish combines juicy grilled chicken, sweet charred corn, and a zesty lime crema, all layered over fluffy jasmine rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this bowl is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor and texture that everyone will enjoy. With its colorful presentation and customizable toppings, you can easily adapt this dish to suit your family’s preferences. Once you try it, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation!

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 3 ears Fresh corn (Or 2 cups frozen corn)
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup Cotija cheese (Crumbled)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 0.5 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 1 Lime (Juice only)
  • Salt (Pinch)
  • 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (Chopped)
  • 1 Lime (Zest and juice)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken thighs in olive oil, chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the jasmine rice in chicken broth according to package directions.
  3. Grill fresh corn until charred; if using frozen corn, sauté until heated through. Combine corn with mayonnaise and half of the chili powder.
  4. Grill or sear marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through; let rest before slicing.
  5. Mix sour cream (or Mexican crema) with lime juice and a pinch of salt for the crema.
  6. Assemble your bowls starting with rice, then layer on chicken slices, charred corn topping, crumbled Cotija cheese (or alternative), drizzle with creamy lime sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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