Description

A summer-inspired dinner bowl that blends grilled chicken, sweet corn, and fluffy rice, finished with a creamy, zesty lime sauce. It’s a vibrant and satisfying dish that’s perfect for both meal prep and casual dinners.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs or breasts

2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)

2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice

1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

2 tbsp fresh lime juice

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat until cooked through and charred. Rest, then slice.
Sauté the Corn: In the same pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and add corn. Cook until slightly browned.
Make the Lime Crema: Mix sour cream or yogurt with remaining lime juice, a pinch of chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Bowl: Place rice in bowls. Top with chicken, corn, lime crema, and garnish with cilantro.

Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ marinate time)
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner