Healthy street corn chicken bowl with grilled chicken and fresh toppings

Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Why Make This Recipe

Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines protein, veggies, and whole grains. It’s easy to prepare and packed with flavors that everyone will love. You can enjoy it as a quick dinner, a meal prep option, or a tasty lunch. This recipe is a great way to incorporate healthy ingredients while still satisfying your cravings for something hearty and flavorful.

How to Make Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups sweet corn, frozen or fresh
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cilantro, for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a large skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until fully cooked. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
  2. Add the sweet corn to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  3. In a bowl, mix the yogurt with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  4. To serve, place a bed of rice in each bowl, top with the chicken and corn mixture, and drizzle with the yogurt sauce.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

How to Serve Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Serve the Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl in individual bowls for easy serving. The colorful layers of rice, chicken, corn, and yogurt make it visually appealing. You can add extra toppings like avocado, cheese, or salsa if you like. Each person can adjust the flavors to their liking with additional lime juice or fresh herbs.

How to Store Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best to keep the yogurt sauce separate until you are ready to serve to maintain freshness. When ready to eat, simply reheat the chicken and corn mixture in a skillet or microwave.

Tips to Make Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the lime juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice for a healthier option.
  • Feel free to add beans, bell peppers, or other vegetables to the bowl for extra nutrition.

Variation

You can customize this bowl by using different proteins like shrimp or tofu. You can also switch out the corn for black beans or roasted peppers for a different taste.

FAQs

Can I use frozen corn?
Yes, frozen corn works perfectly fine in this recipe. Just make sure to thaw it before adding it to the skillet.

Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free rice.

Can I meal prep this dish?
Absolutely! This recipe is great for meal prepping. Make a big batch and portion it out for lunches or dinners throughout the week.

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A delicious and nutritious meal combining protein, veggies, and whole grains, perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.

  • Author: raelynn-harper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups sweet corn, frozen or fresh
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the diced chicken in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
  2. Add the sweet corn to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  3. Mix the yogurt with lime juice and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
  4. Serve by placing a bed of rice in each bowl, topping with the chicken and corn mixture, and drizzling with the yogurt sauce.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking. Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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