Description
A delightful fusion of seasoned chicken, sweet corn, and creamy cotija cheese served over rice, embodying the vibrant flavors of Mexico.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced chicken until fully cooked and golden, seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Stir in the corn and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and lime juice, mixing in half of the crumbled cotija cheese until smooth.
- Combine the cooked rice with the chicken and corn mixture, then gently stir in the creamy mayo mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with the remaining cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. You can also customize with additional toppings like jalapeños or avocado.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg