#Introduction
Enjoy the tasty fusion of flavors in a bowl with this Zesty Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Rice. This dish offers a delicious combination of grilled chicken, street corn, and cilantro-lime rice that turns every meal into a celebration.
#Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also overrun with texture and color, making it visually delightful. It’s simple to make, loved by everyone and presents an ideal mix of protein, veggies, and carbs. It is also a great way to enjoy street food comfortably at home.
#How to Make Zesty Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Rice
The method is straightforward and consists of four main steps: making the cilantro-lime rice, preparing the chicken, creating the street corn, and finally assembling the bowl.
#Ingredients for Zesty Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
For 4 servings of this wholesome dish here’s what you’ll need:
For Cilantro-Lime Rice:
– Long-grain white rice: 1 cup
– Water: 2 cups
– Juice and zest of 1 lime
– Fresh cilantro (chopped): 1/4 cup
– Salt to taste
For Chicken:
– Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1lb
– Olive oil: 1tbsp
– Chili powder: 1tsp
– Cumin: 1/2 tsp
– Salt and pepper to taste
For Street Corn:
– Corn, husked and grilled: 2 ears
– Butter and Mayonnaise: 2tbsp each
– Crumbled cotija cheese: 1/3 cup
– Smoked paprika: 1/4 tsp
For Toppings:
– One avocado, sliced
– Finely chopped red onion: 1/4 cup
– Jalapeño slices & Fresh cilantro for garnish
#Directions
Please follow the steps given below to make this delightful dish –
– Start with the rice: Combine water and rice in a pan, bring it to a boil then let it simmer for 20 minutes until the water is fully absorbed. Mix in lime zest, juice, chopped cilantro and salt and keep aside.
– Then work on the chicken: Season the chicken with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper and grill it for 14 minutes, turning over once.
– Now move to the corn: Grill the husked corn and remove the kernels. Combine the kernels, butter, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and smoked paprika.
– Finally assemble everything: Start with a base of cilantro-lime rice, add the chopped grilled chicken, and top with the corn mixture. Finish with toppings of your choice.
#How to Serve Zesty Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Rice
Serve this delicious bowl while it’s still warm. Garnish it with jalapeño slices, and sliced avocado. Fresh cilantro and lime wedges finish it perfectly.
#How to Store Zesty Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Rice
For leftovers, keep each component separately in air-tight containers. They can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Re-assemble and reheat before serving.
#Tips to Make Zesty Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Rice
– Adjust the spices according to your taste.
– Leftover roasted chicken can also be used.
– Replace cilantro with parsley if you’re not a fan.
#Variation
You can replace the chicken with prawns or tofu for a seafood or vegetarian version of this dish.
#FAQs
1. Can I make this with brown rice?
Yes, brown rice works well with this dish. It just takes a little longer to cook.
2. Can I use frozen corn?
Absolutely! Just let the corn thaw and then follow the same directions to grill them.
3. What other cheese can I use instead of cotija cheese?
If cotija cheese isn’t accessible, you can use feta or Parmesan cheese. These are flavorful and match well with this dish.