Description
This street corn chicken rice bowl is a perfect balance of bold flavors and comforting textures. Juicy, spiced chicken pairs with creamy, zesty street corn over fluffy rice, making it an easy and satisfying meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 ½ cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ¼ cup mayo or Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken breasts. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub chicken with olive oil and coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Make the Street Corn Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine corn, mayo (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, cotija cheese, and chili powder. Stir until creamy and well combined. Add chopped cilantro and mix again.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide cooked rice into serving bowls. Arrange sliced chicken on top. Spoon the street corn mixture over the chicken.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with extra cotija cheese and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for a fresh squeeze before eating.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for 15–30 minutes for extra flavor.
- Grill fresh corn for a smoky taste.
- Customize with toppings like avocado, pickled onions, or tortilla chips.
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Serving
- Calories: ~450
- Fat: ~12g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Fiber: ~6g
- Protein: ~35g
Keywords: street corn chicken, rice bowl, Mexican chicken recipe, easy dinner, meal prep