Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
These Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls are smoky, creamy, zesty, and packed with bold flavor. Tender, seasoned chicken, charred elote-style corn, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings make this easy meal perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or using up leftovers. Make it your own with simple swaps and enjoy every bite!
Servings 4
Calories 523kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 lb skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Juice of ½ lime
For the Street Corn
- 2 cups fresh corn or frozen/canned corn kernels
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
- ¼ cup cotija cheese or feta cheese, a great substitute
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
For the Street Corn Sauce
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup cotija cheese or feta cheese crumbled
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for an extra kick
- Salt to taste
For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked rice white rice, brown rice, or cilantro-lime rice
- 1 avocado sliced (avocado slices FTW)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- Lime wedges for serving
- Optional toppings: black beans bell peppers, sweet potatoes, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Grab a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss in the seasoned chicken and sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook 6–8 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature hits 165°F. Squeeze lime juice over the tender chicken, then set it aside in a shallow dish to let the chicken rest.
- Char the Corn: In the same hot pan, add fresh corn and cook for 5 minutes until slightly charred. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. This zesty street corn mix is pure magic.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, stir Greek yogurt, cotija cheese, lime juice, smoked paprika, and salt. This street corn sauce is creamy, tangy, and begs for extra cheese.
- Build the Bowls: In individual serving bowls, start with a fluffy rice base (try cilantro-lime rice for extra zing). Add the street corn mixture, savory chicken, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with street corn sauce, hit it with a squeeze of lime, and toss on black beans or bell peppers for more essential nutrients.
- Serve: Serve with lime wedges and maybe an agua fresca for the delicious way to enjoy this bold flavors bowl.
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Nutrition
Calories: 523kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 788mg | Potassium: 1073mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1246IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg
