Description
A bold, comforting fusion bowl featuring crispy potato balls, smoky street corn, juicy spiced chicken, and fluffy rice—perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- Russet Potatoes: 3 large, peeled and cubed
- Corn Kernels: 2 cups, grilled or sautéed
- Chicken Thighs: 4 boneless, skinless
- Cooked Jasmine Rice: 3 cups, preferably day-old
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup
- Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2, beaten
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Smoked Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1½ teaspoons
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Vegetable Oil: For frying
- Fresh Cilantro: ¼ cup chopped
- Lime Wedges: for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F and preheat a grill pan.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix mashed potatoes with cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Shape into balls. Beat eggs and prepare breadcrumbs for dredging.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Season chicken and grill or sear for 5–7 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Dredge potato balls in egg then breadcrumbs. Grill or sauté corn until charred.
- Cook to Perfection: Fry potato balls until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Finishing Touches: Warm rice and layer bowls with rice, chicken, corn, and potato balls.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
- Chill shaped potato balls before frying for best texture.
- Use leftover rice to prevent mushiness.
- Add chipotle mayo or avocado dressing for extra flair.
- Double-fry potato balls for maximum crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 645
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: crispy potato balls, street corn bowl, chicken rice bowl, fusion recipes, comfort food, rice bowl with corn