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Flavorful Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners

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A quick and easy recipe featuring smoky grilled chicken, creamy street corn, and fluffy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 corn on the cob
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat them evenly. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours if you have time).
  3. Prepare the corn: Brush the corn cobs with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Char the corn: Add the corn cobs to the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred. Remove and let cool slightly.
  6. Make the street corn topping: In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro. Cut the kernels off the cooled corn cobs and mix them into the topping mixture.
  7. Assemble the bowls: Start by dividing the cooked rice into bowls. Slice the rested chicken and place it on top of the rice. Spoon the street corn topping generously over the chicken.
  8. Garnish: Sprinkle with extra chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for a fresh finish. Serve immediately.

Notes

[‘Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours for more flavor.’, ‘Preheat your grill or pan well to get beautiful grill marks.’, ‘Let the chicken rest after cooking to seal in the juices.’, ‘Taste and adjust the street corn topping to your preference.’, ‘Use fresh lime juice and cilantro for the best flavor.’]

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Keywords: street corn, chicken bowl, easy weeknight dinner, Mexican recipe, grilled chicken, meal prep, quick dinner

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