Description
A flavorful Mexican dish combining juicy chicken, sweet corn, and creamy toppings, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 3 cups cooked rice
- for garnish fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Start by gathering and measuring all your ingredients.
- Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Combine the sweet corn, sliced red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, and a pinch of chili powder in a bowl. Mix gently to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Warm your cooked rice until hot and fluffy.
- Layer the rice, sliced chicken, and corn mixture in bowls. Garnish with crumbled Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
Notes
Allowing the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes can significantly enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg