Street Corn Chicken Bowl (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 2 large chicken breasts, diced
02 - 1 tsp chili powder
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp cumin
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For the Rice

08 - 1 cup long-grain rice (cooked as per package instructions)
09 - Juice of 1 lime
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

→ For the Street Corn

11 - 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
12 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
13 - 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
14 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
15 - Juice of 1 lime
16 - Salt to taste

→ Optional Toppings

17 - Diced avocado
18 - Chopped tomatoes
19 - Sliced jalapeños
20 - Extra cotija cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Toss the diced chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
02 - Prepare the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
03 - In a bowl, combine the corn kernels, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
04 - Divide the rice among serving bowls. Top with the cooked chicken and a generous scoop of the street corn mixture. Add any optional toppings, such as diced avocado or sliced jalapeños, for extra flavor and color.

# Notes:

01 - Cotija cheese adds a tangy flavor to the dish, while lime juice provides a refreshing zest. Chili powder ties together the key components with its smoky and spicy flavor.