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Keto Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe

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Savor this vibrant street corn chicken rice bowl! A high-protein Mexican meal with seasoned chicken, charred corn, cotija, and fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 525
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 tsp chili powder for chicken
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned and drained
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese crumbled, or substitute feta
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder for street corn
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 cups cooked white rice or brown rice
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced

Method
 

  1. Cook rice according to package directions. Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Toss chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Add seasoned chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the corn kernels to the skillet. Spread into an even layer and sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes. Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the kernels are partially charred.
  4. Remove skillet from heat and stir in mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, and cilantro. Allow residual heat to combine ingredients, then taste and adjust salt as needed.
  5. Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top with black beans, chicken, and the street corn mixture. Garnish with sliced avocado and optional toppings like extra cotija, lime wedges, hot sauce, or pickled jalapeños. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 420mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for more flavor and moisture. If cotija cheese is unavailable, feta cheese makes a good substitute. For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with additional black beans or roasted chickpeas. Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days and reheat before assembling.