Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines tender, seasoned chicken, creamy street corn, and fluffy rice for a flavorful, easy meal. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish delivers smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors inspired by Mexican street food.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Street Corn Mixture:
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
For the Rice Bowl Assembly:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture onto the chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
- Prepare the Street Corn Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Stir in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
- Mix well and set aside.
- Assemble the Rice Bowl:
- Divide cooked rice into serving bowls.
- Top with sliced chicken, street corn mixture, diced cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices.
- Garnish with additional cotija cheese and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges for extra zest.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use shrimp, steak, or tofu instead of chicken.
- Spice Level: Adjust cayenne and chili powder based on your heat preference.
- Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free mayo and omit cheese.
- Grilled Corn: For added flavor, grill the corn before mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: street corn chicken, chicken rice bowl, Mexican-inspired dinner, meal prep chicken, easy skillet chicken