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One Pan Cheesy Mexican Street Corn White Rice served warm in white skillet with melted cheese and corn.

One Pan Cheesy Mexican Street Corn White Rice Recipe

A creamy, flavorful one-pan rice dish inspired by Mexican street corn. Perfect as a side or satisfying main.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Optional Add-Ins / Toppings
  • Diced jalapeños
  • Sliced green onions
  • Extra chili powder
  • Avocado cubes
  • Sour cream drizzle

Method
 

  1. Toast rice in olive oil.
  2. Add corn and garlic; cook briefly.
  3. Add broth and seasoning; simmer covered.
  4. Stir in mayonnaise, cheeses, lime, and cilantro.
  5. Garnish and serve warm.

Notes

  • Rinse rice before cooking.
  • Add cheese after removing from heat.
  • Adjust spice to preference.