Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a bold and flavorful meal featuring juicy seasoned chicken, creamy Mexican street corn, and fluffy rice. Perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner, this easy recipe is packed with protein and zesty, smoky flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Street Corn:
- 2 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed (or 1½ cups frozen corn, thawed)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup black beans (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Coat the chicken with the marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
2. Make the Street Corn Mixture
- If using fresh corn, grill the ears over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally until slightly charred. Then, cut off the kernels.
- In a bowl, combine the corn kernels with mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Stir until well combined.
3. Assemble the Rice Bowl
- Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls.
- Top with sliced chicken, street corn mixture, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and black beans (if using).
- Garnish with extra cotija cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
4. Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful and satisfying Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl!
Notes
- Swap the Protein: Try shrimp, tofu, or shredded rotisserie chicken for a quick alternative.
- Use a Different Base: Replace rice with quinoa, cauliflower rice, or a bed of greens.
- Spice It Up: Add diced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Make It Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free mayo and cheese substitutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: street corn, chicken rice bowl, elote bowl, Mexican-inspired, meal prep