Flavor-packed Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Total Time 21 minutes Description
This Ultimate Flavor-Packed Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and zesty flavors! 🍗🌽✨ Juicy grilled chicken is served over fluffy rice and topped with a rich, tangy street corn mixture featuring roasted corn, cotija cheese, creamy mayo, and fresh lime. Every bite bursts with bold Mexican-inspired goodness, making it a must-try for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Easy to customize and packed with protein, this dish is sure to be a new favorite. Try it today and elevate your rice bowl game! 😋
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts diced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Rice:
- 1 cup long grain rice cooked as per package instructions
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- For the Street Corn:
- 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
- Optional Toppings:
- Diced avocado
- Chopped tomatoes
- Sliced jalapeños
- Extra cotija cheese
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Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Toss the diced chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Set aside.
- Cook the Rice:
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- Make the Street Corn:
- In a bowl, combine the corn kernels, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix until well combined.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide the rice among serving bowls.
- Top with the cooked chicken and a generous scoop of the street corn mixture.
- Add any optional toppings such as diced avocado, sliced jalapeños, or extra cotija cheese for extra flavor and color.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more chili powder or top with sliced jalapeños.
- Cotija cheese adds a salty, tangy flavor but can be substituted with feta if needed.
- You can use pre-cooked or canned corn for a quicker preparation.