Description
The Grilled Chicken Bowl with Corn, Jalapeños & Creamy Sauce is a vibrant, hearty, and flavorful meal combining tender grilled chicken, sweet charred corn, spicy jalapeños, fresh vegetables, and a zesty creamy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this balanced bowl delivers a perfect blend of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, ideal for quick weeknight dinners or casual lunches with a spicy kick and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 chicken breasts
Vegetables & Greens
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños (seeded if preferred)
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, chopped
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Grains
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
Creamy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of cumin
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. Grill on medium-high heat for about 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and charred. Let rest before slicing to keep juices locked in.
- Cook the Corn and Jalapeños: Lightly char the fresh corn kernels in a skillet or on the grill to bring out their natural sweetness. Finely dice the jalapeños, removing seeds if you’d like less heat, and toss together with the warm corn kernels for a lively flavor mix.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and a pinch of cumin until smooth and creamy, balancing tang and spice perfectly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of cooked brown rice or quinoa. Add mixed salad greens, then layer sliced grilled chicken, charred corn and jalapeño mixture, halved cherry tomatoes, and ripe avocado chunks. Drizzle the creamy sauce generously over the assembled ingredients.
- Add Finishing Touches: Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and an optional extra squeeze of lime juice for brightness and enhanced bold flavor.
Notes
- Marinate chicken 30 minutes in lime juice, garlic, and chili powder for enhanced flavor.
- Use fresh jalapeños for best spice and texture; avoid jarred ones.
- Grill chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F for juicy results.
- Char corn briefly to bring out sweetness and add smoky depth.
- Adjust creamy sauce consistency by adding more Greek yogurt (lighter) or mayonnaise (richer).
- Lightly toast grains before cooking to deepen flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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