Description
A vibrant and flavorful rice bowl, featuring grilled chicken, sweet corn, and zesty lime, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup grilled chicken, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream or yogurt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add corn, red onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in diced grilled chicken, chili powder, salt, and pepper, and heat through.
- Combine the cooked rice and the corn mixture in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with lime juice and toss in chopped cilantro.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt on top, if desired.
Notes
Adjust spices and toppings according to personal preferences. This dish is customizable and can be made vegan by substituting chicken for mushrooms or lentils.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg