Description
This flavorful Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a fusion of juicy grilled chicken, creamy Mexican street corn, and fluffy rice. It’s topped with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a sprinkle of cheese for a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly spicy flavors. Ideal for meal prep or a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Street Corn:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese (or feta, crumbled)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Rice:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Toppings:
- Fresh lime wedges
- Extra cotija cheese
- Sliced avocado (optional)
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
Instructions
-
Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat the grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
-
Make the Street Corn:
- In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and half of the cotija cheese.
- Stir in the corn kernels and cilantro until evenly coated.
-
Prepare the Rice:
- Mix the cooked rice with lime juice and chopped cilantro.
-
Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide the cilantro-lime rice into bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken and a generous scoop of the street corn mixture.
- Garnish with extra cheese, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toppings like avocado or jalapeños.
Notes
- You can swap the chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different twist.
- Add black beans for extra protein and fiber.
- Adjust the chili powder for more or less spice.