Description
A vibrant one‑bowl meal combining juicy, marinated chicken thighs with grilled street corn, tangy lime‑cream topping, and rice—easy to prep and endlessly adaptable.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder (or 2 minced garlic cloves)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup grilled or frozen sweet corn kernels
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp chili powder (for corn topping)
- Salt and pepper, to taste (for corn topping)
- Cooked jasmine rice (about 3 cups)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, toss to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 15–30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat. Cook chicken thighs for about 8–10 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove, let rest, then slice into strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, sliced red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, crumbled Cotija cheese, and chili powder. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice to taste.
- If using pre‑cooked rice, add it to bowls. Warm rice with a little splash of water if needed.
- Assemble bowls: rice, sliced chicken, a generous spoonful of street corn topping. Garnish with extra Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a lime wedge. Optionally, drizzle extra sour cream or sprinkle Tajín before serving.
- Serve warm with optional final squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Use frozen corn heated with a splash of water as a quick shortcut.
- Grilling or charring the corn adds a smoky depth to the flavor.
- Fresh lime juice brightens the dish—use in marinade and topping.
- To reheat rice without drying, add a splash of water before warming.
- Customize with extra toppings like avocado, black beans, pico de gallo, jalapeños, or radish slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 512 kcal
- Fat: 28.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 43.5 g
- Protein: 22.6 g
