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Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl for a Quick Flavor Boost

This Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl is a quick, healthy dinner option that brings together juicy chicken, sweet corn, and fluffy rice for a flavor-packed meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts boneless, large
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice any variety (white, jasmine, or brown)
  • 1.5 cups Corn Kernels fresh, frozen, or drained canned
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil/Avocado Oil for sautéing chicken
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder adjust as desired for spice preference
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 whole Lime juice; zest from half enhances the sauce
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion thinly sliced for garnish
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro chopped
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Plain Greek Yogurt or regular yogurt, or sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic optional
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by preparing your ingredients for the Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and set aside. If using fresh corn, remove the kernels from the cob; otherwise, drain your canned or thawed frozen corn.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and season it with smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for about 6-8 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and no longer pink.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked through, stir in the corn kernels into the skillet. Mix well and let them warm through for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise, minced garlic (if using), the juice of one lime, and 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the cooked rice along with the remaining lime juice. Stir the mixture together until everything is well incorporated.
  6. Divide the mixture into bowls. Garnish with red onion and fresh cilantro. Drizzle the creamy sauce generously over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers separately to maintain texture. This bowl can be prepared in advance for a quick dinner option.

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