Description
A flavorful and satisfying Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl featuring chili-lime chicken, roasted corn, and a creamy, cheesy sauce over rice. Perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Street Corn:
- 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced jalapeños
- Hot sauce
- Sour cream
- Extra cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black 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 extra flavor).
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Remove from heat, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice or dice.
- Make the Street Corn:
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and add the corn.
- Season with chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred.
- Remove from heat and mix in mayonnaise, crumbled cotija cheese, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced chicken, street corn, black beans, avocado, red onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Add optional toppings like jalapeños, hot sauce, or extra cheese.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Drizzle with additional lime juice or sour cream if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it Spicier: Add diced jalapeños to the street corn or sprinkle extra chili powder on the chicken.
- Use a Different Protein: Try shrimp, steak, or tofu instead of chicken.
- Low-Carb Option: Swap rice for cauliflower rice or shredded lettuce.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free cheese or skip it entirely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet, stovetop
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Mexican Rice Bowl Recipe Meal Prep Chicken Bowls Easy Chicken and Rice Recipe Healthy Mexican Dinne