Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Lightly spray the grill or pan with cooking spray, then remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- If using fresh corn, grill the cobs until charred, then cut off the kernels. If using frozen or canned corn, heat it in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
- In a bowl, combine the light mayonnaise, light sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika (if using), and cotija cheese. Stir until well mixed, then add the warm corn and chopped cilantro. Toss until the corn is fully coated with the mixture.
- In a separate bowl, toss the cooked rice with lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- To assemble, divide the cilantro-lime rice evenly into serving bowls. Top the rice with sliced chicken, and spoon the prepared street corn mixture over the chicken and rice.
- Add toppings such as sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and extra crumbled cotija cheese, if desired. Garnish with lime wedges for a fresh squeeze of citrus before serving.
WW Points Calculation:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts = 0 pts
- Cooking spray = 0 pts
- 2 cups corn kernels = 0 pts
- 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise = 1 pt
- 1 tablespoon light sour cream = 1 pt
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese or reduced-fat feta = 3 pts
- 2 cups cooked brown rice = 12 pts
- Avocado (optional) = varies depending on amount
- Additional ingredients like lime juice, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and tomatoes = 0 pts
New Total Points: 17 pts
Servings: 4
Per Serving: 4.25 points
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: Approx. 315
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 530mg
I'm await your comments! Enjoy!
