Description
A flavorful and satisfying bowl loaded with juicy grilled chicken, smoky street-style corn, fluffy rice, and a zesty lime crema. This vibrant dish brings together Mexican-inspired flavors for a perfect quick dinner or meal prep idea!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Lime Crema:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté the corn kernels for 3-4 minutes until lightly charred. Season with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt to make the lime crema. Adjust lime juice to taste.
- Assemble the bowls: Start with a base of cooked rice. Layer grilled chicken slices, charred corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cotija cheese on top.
- Drizzle the lime crema over the bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or beef for variety.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg