Spiced chicken, charred street corn, and fresh toppings served over fluffy rice for a vibrant, hearty bowl.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken Preparation
01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1 teaspoon cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Rice Base
09 - 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
10 - 2 cups water or chicken broth
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Street Corn Topping
12 - 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
13 - 1 tablespoon butter
14 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
15 - 1/4 cup sour cream
16 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
17 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
18 - 1/4 cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled
19 - Juice of 1 lime
20 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Toppings for Serving
21 - 1 avocado, sliced
22 - Lime wedges
23 - Hot sauce (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Rinse the rice under cold water. In a saucepan, bring water or chicken broth and salt to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender. Cook white rice for about 15 to 20 minutes, brown rice for 35 to 40 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken and toss thoroughly to coat with spice mixture.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until cooked through and browned. Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice or dice.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until slightly charred. Transfer corn to a bowl, then mix in mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, smoked paprika, crumbled cheese, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
05 - Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, generous spoonfuls of street corn mixture, and sliced avocado. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges. Drizzle with hot sauce if desired.
