Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl (Elote-Style), a delightful dish that combines charred corn, tender chicken, and creamy toppings for a satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a delicious way to enjoy traditional elote flavors in a comforting bowl. It’s versatile enough for meal prep, allowing you to customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins. With its smoky spices and zesty toppings, this easy-to-make bowl is sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cooked chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 ½ cups corn kernels
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice of ½ lime
- Salt and pepper
- ½ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm corn until lightly charred.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), sour cream, chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add sliced chicken to the skillet with charred corn; stir well and heat through.
- Serve the mixture over cooked rice.
- Top with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg