{"id":"0ad62f1b-b191-445d-8ec4-c6d9523233a5","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/0ad62f1b-b191-445d-8ec4-c6d9523233a5","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a61792761/mexican-corn-and-chicken-bowls-recipe/","title":"Mexican Corn & Chicken Bowls","description":"These Mexican corn and chicken bowls are full of punchy citrusy flavor with a kick from fresh jalapeños and chipotle mayo that make for a perfect summer meal.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT40M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 jalapeño, seeds removed, finely chopped","item":"jalapeño, seeds removed","quantity":1,"preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"3 cloves garlic, finely grated","item":"garlic, finely grated","quantity":3,"unit":"clove"},{"text":"1/2 c. coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves","item":"coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 c. fresh lime juice","item":"fresh lime juice","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tbsp. honey","item":"honey","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/3 c. plus 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided","item":"plus 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs","item":"boneless, skinless chicken thighs","quantity":1,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 c. basmati rice, rinsed","item":"basmati rice","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"rinsed"},{"text":"2 c. fresh or frozen, thawed corn kernels","item":"fresh or frozen","quantity":2,"unit":"cup","preparation":"thawed corn kernels"},{"text":"2 tbsp. fresh lime juice","item":"fresh lime juice","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil","item":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 c. mayonaise","item":"mayonaise","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 to 2 Tbsp. sauce from canned chipotle chiles in adobo","item":"sauce from canned chipotle chiles in adobo","quantity":1,"quantity_max":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp. fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving","item":"fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Kosher salt","item":"Kosher salt"},{"text":"1 jalapeño, sliced","item":"jalapeño","quantity":1,"preparation":"sliced"},{"text":"1 avocado, chopped","item":"avocado","quantity":1,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"1/2 c. crumbled cojita or feta","item":"crumbled cojita or feta","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Fresh cilantro leaves, for serving","item":"Fresh cilantro leaves, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a large zip-top plastic bag or bowl, combine jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and 1/3 c. oil. Add chicken and toss to coat. Seal bag or cover bowl and marinate at least 20 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 4 hours.","section":"Chicken"},{"number":2,"text":"Remove chicken from marinade; discard excess marinade. Pat chicken dry with paper towels.","section":"Chicken"},{"number":3,"text":"In a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil. Working in batches if necessary, cook chicken, turning occasionally and reducing heat to medium if browning too fast, until cooked through and lightly charred on both sides, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into bite-sized pieces.","section":"Chicken"},{"number":4,"text":"In a medium saucepan, season 1 3/4 c. water with salt and bring to a boil. Add rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat.","section":"Rice"},{"number":5,"text":"Add corn, cover, and let steam 10 minutes. Fluff rice and corn with a fork and stir in cilantro, lime juice, and oil.","section":"Rice"},{"number":6,"text":"In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, adobo sauce to taste, and lime juice; season with salt.","section":"Toppings"},{"number":7,"text":"Divide rice among bowls. Top with chicken, jalapeños, avocado, and cojita. Drizzle with chipotle mayo and top with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges alongside.","section":"Toppings"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:03:39.333418+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:03:39.333418+00:00"}