Street Corn Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Chicken, corn, fresh rice, and cotija cheese make a bright, pack-a-punch bowl inspired by Mexican street flavors. Easy to change up and super fresh.
# Ingredients List:
→ Chicken Soak
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4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt as you like
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Freshly ground black pepper, as much as you want
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 tablespoons avocado oil
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2 tablespoons lime juice, squeezed fresh
→ Corn Mix Layer
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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60 millilitres cotija cheese, crumbled
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Salt, any amount you like
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Freshly ground black pepper, to your taste
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2 cups corn kernels, grilled for best flavor
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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60 millilitres sour cream
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60 millilitres mayonnaise
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60 millilitres red onion, thin slices
→ Rice & Fixings
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Fresh cilantro, chopped up for a dash of color
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4 cups cooked jasmine rice
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Lime wedges for each bowl
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Start by grabbing your favorite bowls and keep them close so serving is easy.
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Got cold rice? Add a splash of water then zap it in the microwave or toss it on low heat in a pan till it's steamy again.
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Toss together the grilled corn, red onion, mayo, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and a hit of lime juice till it's all smooth and super creamy.
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Mix up avocado oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and black pepper in a bowl. Toss the chicken thighs in so they get good and coated. Pop a cover on and chill them out in the fridge for about 15 to 30 minutes.
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Throw your marinated chicken on a hot skillet over medium-high. Cook around 8–10 minutes a side so they've got a nice color and are cooked through. Take them off the heat and give them a break for a few minutes, then slice or chop as you like.
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Spoon the rice in each bowl first. Layer on your sliced chicken, then pile on that creamy corn mix. Add a little more cotija and toss some fresh cilantro on top. Lime wedges go on the side for squeezing over at the end.
# Helpful Hints:
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Need more kick? Dice up jalapeños or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the corn layer.
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Swap in cauliflower rice if you want to cut down on carbs.
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Go wild with extra toppings like avocado, pico de gallo, or some crunchy radish slices.