Description
Spicy Mexican Corn Chicken Rice Bowls bring zesty Southwest flavors dancing across your plate. Juicy seasoned chicken, sweet corn, and creamy sauce create a quick, satisfying meal that delivers bold comfort in every delightful bite you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
Starches:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet over medium temperature, drizzling olive oil across the surface to create an even coating.
- Introduce diced chicken pieces, seasoning generously with salt, cracked pepper, and smoky paprika, then sear until each morsel transforms into a golden-brown exterior with perfectly cooked interior.
- Transfer the expertly prepared chicken to a separate plate, preserving its succulence for later incorporation.
- Within the same skillet, melt butter until it shimmers, then introduce minced garlic, allowing its aromatic essence to permeate the cooking environment for approximately 60 seconds.
- Carefully tumble corn kernels and vibrant bell pepper fragments into the skillet, stirring occasionally to encourage gentle caramelization and slight tenderness.
- Cascade soy sauce, golden honey, zesty lime juice, and fiery red pepper flakes across the vegetable medley, creating a dynamic flavor profile that simmers and melds for 1-2 minutes.
- Reunite the reserved chicken with the vegetable mixture, ensuring each component is thoroughly integrated and coated with the rich, tangy glaze.
- Fold in fluffy cooked rice, gently tossing to distribute ingredients evenly and absorb the complex sauce.
- Conclude by showering the dish with finely chopped green onions and fresh cilantro, adding brightness and herbal complexity to the final presentation.
Notes
- Toast rice beforehand for extra nutty flavor and enhanced texture, creating a more complex foundation for the bowl.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that maintains protein-rich nutritional profile.
- Use brown rice or quinoa as healthier whole grain alternatives, boosting fiber and nutrient content while keeping the dish satisfying.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding sriracha for those who love spicier profiles without overwhelming the other delicate flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg