Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup grilled corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Seasonings: chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear until cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grilled corn with mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, half of the cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and season to taste.
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced chicken followed by the corn mixture.
- Finish with remaining cotija cheese and additional cilantro. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added richness, include avocado slices or jalapeños as toppings. This dish is perfect for meal prep—store in individual containers for quick lunches throughout the week.