Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
A delightful bowl featuring succulent chicken thighs, smoky corn, and creamy Cotija cheese, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- Juicy chicken thighs
- Smoky corn (fresh or canned)
- Creamy Cotija cheese
- Rice (your choice: white, brown, or jasmine)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Lime juice
- Your favorite toppings (e.g., avocado, cilantro, diced tomatoes)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions until fluffy and tender.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then cook in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the smoky corn to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice and remove from heat.
- Layer rice, chicken, and corn in serving bowls; top with Cotija cheese and your favorite toppings.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Don’t rush the chicken cooking process for crispy skin; experiment with different toppings for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Find it online: https://www.spiritsdrink.com/easy-street-corn-chicken-rice-bowl/