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Street Corn Chicken Bowls

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A vibrant dish combining smoky grilled corn with tender chicken breasts on a bed of fluffy rice, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 lime
  • â…“ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lime zest, along with salt and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken by tossing it in the bowl until completely coated. Let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Sear the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 6–7 minutes per side.
  4. Char the corn kernels in the same skillet for about 4 minutes until lightly charred.
  5. Mix the corn with mayonnaise, a squeeze of lime juice, and a pinch of chili powder.
  6. Warm the black beans in a small pan or microwave until heated through.
  7. Assemble the bowls by dividing cooked rice, topped with warm black beans, sliced chicken, and the corn mixture.
  8. Finish with cotija cheese and cilantro, serving with lime wedges.

Notes

Marinate chicken ahead of time for best flavor. Fresh corn enhances sweetness.

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