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Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowls

A vibrant and flavorful Healthy Street Corn Chicken Bowl combining juicy grilled chicken, sweet caramelized corn, fresh vegetables, and zesty seasonings. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner, this dish brings the taste of Mexican street corn into a wholesome, low-carb, and keto-friendly meal. It is colorful, satisfying, and versatile for different dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
  • ½ avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or cauliflower rice
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic, red bell pepper, and red onion for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add corn kernels and cook for 5-6 minutes until slightly caramelized.
  4. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked, then let rest 5 minutes.
  5. In a serving bowl, layer quinoa or cauliflower rice, sautéed vegetables and corn, sliced chicken, avocado, and crumbled cheese.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the top. Add Greek yogurt if desired.
  7. For a keto ramen variation, cook keto ramen noodles according to package instructions and use them as the base before adding the other ingredients.

Notes

  • Can substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegan version.
  • Use spiralized zucchini or shirataki noodles for a low-carb alternative.
  • Fresh corn is preferred, but frozen corn works fine.
  • Stores well for up to 3 days if ingredients are kept separate.