why make this recipe
This Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl is a vibrant and tasty meal that is easy to prepare. It’s perfect for busy weeknights as it comes together quickly and offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. With juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and a zesty lime crema, this dish is satisfying and nutritious. Plus, it’s versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite toppings.
how to make Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup corn, grilled or charred
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions:
- Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add corn and char until slightly brown.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream with lime juice to make the lime crema.
- To assemble, place a serving of rice in a bowl, top with sliced chicken, charred corn, and drizzle with lime crema.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve and enjoy!
how to serve Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl
To serve your Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl, place a generous scoop of cooked rice in a bowl. Add the sliced chicken on top, followed by the charred corn. Drizzle the lime crema over the entire bowl and finish with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Enjoy this bowl warm for the best flavor.
how to store Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The chicken and corn can be kept for up to three days. When you are ready to eat, simply reheat the bowl in the microwave until warm. You can also keep the lime crema in a separate container to maintain its freshness.
tips to make Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl
- Ensure that your chicken breasts are evenly cooked by not overcrowding the skillet. If necessary, cook them in batches.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts for 30 minutes to an hour before cooking.
- Feel free to add bell peppers, avocado, or black beans for additional layers of flavor and nutrition.
variation
You can easily customize this bowl. Substitute the chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian option. You can also swap the cotija cheese for feta if that’s what you have on hand.
FAQs
1. Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
Yes, brown rice works well in this recipe. Just adjust the cooking time as brown rice takes longer to cook.
2. Is this dish spicy?
No, this dish is not very spicy. The chili powder adds flavor, but you can adjust the amount or use mild chili powder if you prefer less heat.
3. Can I meal prep this dish?
Absolutely! This dish can be great for meal prep. Just keep the components separate until you’re ready to eat to maintain freshness.
Mexican-Inspired Chicken Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Seasoned with spices before cooking
- 2 cups cooked rice Use any variety of your choice
- 1 cup corn Grilled or charred for flavor
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese Crumbled for topping
- 1/2 cup sour cream Mixed with lime for crema
- 1 piece lime Juiced for lime crema
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking chicken
- 1 teaspoon chili powder For seasoning the chicken
- 1 teaspoon cumin For seasoning the chicken
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- as needed Fresh cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add corn and char until slightly brown.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream with lime juice to make the lime crema.
Assembly
- Place a serving of rice in a bowl, top with sliced chicken, charred corn, and drizzle with lime crema.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro.
