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Ultimate High Protein Street Corn Chicken Bowls

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A quick, protein-packed meal featuring smoky charred corn, well-seasoned chicken, and a creamy lime crema, perfect for a healthy and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears) or frozen, thawed
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa (optional base)
  • Extra cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced jalapeños for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice blend evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts or thighs. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is golden. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly charred and golden.
  4. Stir in cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, smoked paprika, and salt. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Refrigerate until serving.
  6. Divide cooked brown rice or quinoa between bowls if using. Top with sliced chicken and street corn mix. Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced jalapeños.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

If chicken cooks too fast on the outside but is raw inside, lower heat and cover pan briefly. Lime crema can be made a day ahead for better flavor. Use fresh corn when in season for best sweetness and texture. Frozen corn works well if thawed and patted dry. Avoid overcrowding pan to ensure proper searing.

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