Description
This Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl is packed with smoky grilled chicken, creamy elote-style corn, fresh veggies, and a tangy lime crema. It’s a vibrant and satisfying meal that’s easy to customize and perfect for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Mexican Street Corn (Elote-Style):
- 2 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese (or feta), crumbled
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
For the Lime Crema:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Marinate & Cook the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken and let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for extra flavor).
- Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- Let rest, then slice or dice.
- Make the Mexican Street Corn:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the corn until slightly charred (4-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, paprika, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Prepare the Lime Crema:
- Mix sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide rice into bowls.
- Top with grilled chicken, Mexican street corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
- Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with extra cilantro and cotija cheese.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Mix everything together and enjoy a vibrant, flavorful Mexican-inspired bowl!
Notes
- Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or steak for variety.
- Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Add sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg