Grilled Chicken Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice and Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad
A flavorful and satisfying bowl featuring juicy grilled chicken, zesty cilantro lime rice, and a rich corn salad, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cilantro lime rice
- 2 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Grill them until cooked through and juices run clear, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions. Once done, add lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- In a bowl, mix corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and cotija cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- To assemble the bowl: start with a base of cilantro lime rice, top with grilled chicken, and add a generous portion of creamy corn salad. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice, garlic, and spices for at least 30 minutes before grilling. Customize with different proteins or veggies as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg