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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: Easy Meal Prep

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A vibrant and flavorful meal prep bowl combining seasoned chicken with creamy, smoky street corn rice, inspired by Mexican elote flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup white rice (Basmati or Jasmine)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Jalapeño slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of white rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook in a rice cooker with 1.5 cups water or simmer in a saucepan for 18-20 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken to coat and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, char corn kernels over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, charred corn, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and half of the cotija cheese. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Assemble bowls by dividing rice mixture among containers. Top with cooked chicken, remaining cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Let chicken and rice cool completely before packing for meal prep to prevent condensation. If using canned corn, rinse well. If cotija cheese is unavailable, feta is a good substitute. The flavors improve after day one.

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Keywords: street corn chicken, rice bowl, meal prep, mexican food, healthy lunch, high protein, elote, chicken rice bowl

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