Description
A flavorful bowl combining grilled chicken, charred corn, and creamy cilantro lime sauce over rice, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup queso fresco, crumbled
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, diced red onion, chopped avocado
Instructions
- Combine the chicken thighs with smoked paprika, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions in a medium saucepan. Once done, fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Grill the ears of corn until charred if using fresh corn, then cut the kernels off. If using frozen or canned corn, heat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt until smooth in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Layer a scoop of rice in each serving bowl, followed by sliced grilled chicken, corn, and crumbled queso fresco. Drizzle creamy cilantro lime sauce on top.
- Add any optional toppings such as sliced jalapeños, diced red onion, or chopped avocado for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
Serve the bowls warm with lime wedges on the side and extra sauce for those who like it saucy. Store leftovers in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg