Description
A vibrant bowl of rice, spicy chicken, and sweet corn drizzled with a creamy lime crema—perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- ½ onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup salsa
Instructions
- Rinse the rice and simmer it with water until fluffy, about 15 minutes.
- Slice the chicken into strips and season with paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sear the chicken in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, about 3‑4 minutes per side.
- Add corn, onion, garlic, and jalapeño; cook until the corn is tender and slightly charred.
- Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and salt to make a creamy lime dressing.
- Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, and corn; garnish with cilantro, drizzle dressing, and add salsa.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American