Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl 🍚🌶️
A flavorful bowl combining seasoned chicken, street-style corn, and rice for a hearty yet healthy meal.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (breasts for lower points)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (7 points)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (0 points)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder (0 points)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (0 points)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (0 points)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (0 points)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (0 points)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (0 points)

For the Street Corn:

  • 2 cups corn kernels (canned or fresh) (4 points for canned corn)
  • 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise (1-2 points)
  • 2 tablespoons plain non-fat Greek yogurt (0 points)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (0 points)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (0 points)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (0 points)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese (4 points for cotija)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (0 points)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (0 points)

For the Rice:

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice (12 points)
  • Optional: Add cauliflower rice (0 points) to reduce points

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
    • In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Add the chicken to the marinade and coat evenly. Let it marinate for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken:
    • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
    • Remove from heat, allow to rest for a few minutes, then slice.
  3. Make the Street Corn:
    • In a bowl, combine corn, light mayo, Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cotija/feta cheese. Stir until everything is well combined.
    • Add chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Prepare the Rice:
    • Cook your brown rice according to package instructions. You can mix in cauliflower rice for a lower point option.
  5. Assemble the Bowl:
    • Start by adding a base of brown rice to your bowl.
    • Top with grilled chicken slices.
    • Add a generous spoonful of the street corn mixture on top.
    • Garnish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Makes 4 Servings):

  • Calories: ~350-400 (depending on rice portions)
  • Protein: ~30g
  • Carbs: ~35g
  • Fat: ~12g
  • Points: ~8-9 points per serving (with brown rice and cotija cheese)

Tips:

  • Lower the Points: Use cauliflower rice in place of brown rice for a lower point version, bringing the total points down by 3-4 per serving.
  • Cheese Substitute: You can use reduced-fat feta cheese to lower the points for the street corn.
  • Non-stick Spray: Swap some of the olive oil with cooking spray to reduce the points while still getting a good sear on the chicken.
  • Add Veggies: Add more zero-point veggies like chopped lettuce, cucumbers, or tomatoes for extra volume without adding points.

Benefits:

  • Protein Packed: With chicken, Greek yogurt, and cotija cheese, this bowl is loaded with protein to keep you full and satisfied.
  • Balanced: It offers a perfect balance of carbs, protein, and fats to fuel your body and satisfy your taste buds.
  • Customizable: Easily tweak this recipe to fit your points goals by adjusting the rice portion or swapping ingredients like mayo for Greek yogurt.

Conclusion:

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl offers a delicious combination of grilled chicken, flavorful corn, and hearty rice for a satisfying meal. By using lighter ingredients and portion control, it fits perfectly into your Weight Watchers plan without sacrificing taste. At around 8-9 points per serving, it’s a flavorful way to enjoy a restaurant-style dish right at home!