Description
A flavorful and colorful rice bowl with grilled chicken, corn, and Cotija cheese, perfect for quick dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 2 chicken thighs
- 1 cup grilled corn
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings (avocado, cilantro, salsa, etc.)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions with water and a pinch of salt.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, grill for 6-8 minutes per side, and slice.
- Mix lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl for the sauce.
- In a serving bowl, layer rice, chicken, grilled corn, and Cotija cheese.
- Drizzle with lime sauce and add toppings like avocado, cilantro, or salsa.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken before grilling. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg