Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl (Print-Friendly Version)
Grilled chicken, corn, zesty lime sauce, Cotija, and rice for a fresh, flavorful, and customizable dinner bowl.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Chicken Marinade
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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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15 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
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15 ml avocado oil
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5 g chili powder
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5 g ground cumin
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2 g garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves, minced
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3 g fine sea salt
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1 g freshly ground black pepper
→ Street Corn Topping
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160 g sweet corn kernels, grilled or sautéed
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40 g red onion, thinly sliced
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120 g sour cream, divided (reserve half for drizzling)
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30 g mayonnaise
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60 g Cotija cheese, crumbled, plus extra for garnish
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5 g chili powder
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Sea salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1 lime, cut into wedges
→ Rice and Assembly
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600 g cooked white rice
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Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
# How to Prepare:
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In a mixing bowl, blend lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder or minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken thighs evenly and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken 8–10 minutes per side until thoroughly cooked with an internal temperature of 74°C. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
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In a separate bowl, combine grilled or sautéed corn, red onion, half of the sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, and chili powder. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime to taste.
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Place cooked rice in a bowl and reheat with a splash of water until hot and fluffy.
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Divide rice among serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, generous spoonfuls of street corn mixture, extra Cotija, and fresh cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges.
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Drizzle remaining sour cream over each bowl if desired. Optionally, finish with Tajín or hot sauce for extra flavor. Serve immediately while warm.
# Extra Tips:
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Charred corn develops a smoky flavor that intensifies the overall character of the bowl.
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Fresh lime juice in both marinade and topping enhances brightness and balances creaminess.
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To prevent rice from drying out during reheating, add a splash of water and fluff before serving.
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Add chopped jalapeño or cayenne for additional heat, or top with diced avocado for added creaminess.
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Other suggested toppings: pico de gallo, radish slices, green onions, shredded lettuce, or pickled jalapeños.