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Street Corn Chicken Bowl: A Flavorful & Easy Recipe

Street Corn Chicken Bowl: A Flavorful & Easy Recipe

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Discover a delightful and vibrant meal with this Street Corn Chicken Bowl: A Flavorful & Easy Recipe. Combining tender chicken, creamy street corn, fluffy rice, and zesty toppings, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. It’s quick to prepare, customizable to suit every taste, and packed with fresh ingredients that make it both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding a crowd, this bowl is sure to please!

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 ears of corn, husks and silk removed
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Hot sauce, to taste (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine cubed chicken with olive oil and spices (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder) and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown.
  3. Prepare the corn by grilling, boiling, or roasting until tender; then cut off the kernels.
  4. Mix corn kernels with mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese (or substitute), cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder in a large bowl.
  5. Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff once done.
  6. Assemble bowls starting with rice as the base topped with chicken, street corn mixture, black beans, diced avocado, and optional hot sauce.

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