Description
Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a bold and satisfying meal made with juicy seasoned chicken, creamy Mexican-style street corn, fluffy rice, black beans, and fresh toppings like avocado and lime. Perfect for healthy bowls, meal prep, and easy summer dinners.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
4 ears of corn, husked
2 tbsp butter, melted
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 tsp chili powder (optional)
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups water
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 avocado, diced
Hot sauce (optional)
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the cubed chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
2. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, cooking in batches if needed.
3. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove and set aside.
4. Cook the corn by grilling, boiling, or roasting until tender. Let it cool slightly, then cut the kernels off the cob.
5. In a large bowl, mix the corn kernels with melted butter, mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder until creamy and well combined.
6. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
7. In a saucepan, combine rice, water, olive oil, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until tender.
8. Remove rice from heat, let sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
9. To assemble, add a base of rice to each bowl.
10. Top with cooked chicken, a generous scoop of street corn mixture, black beans, and diced avocado.
11. Drizzle with hot sauce if desired and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Grilling the corn adds the best smoky flavor, but boiling or roasting works well too.
Feta cheese can be used instead of cotija if needed.
Store each component separately for easy meal prep and freshness.
Add toppings like jalapeños, cherry tomatoes, or shredded lettuce for extra flavor and texture.
Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth to keep the rice from drying out.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop / Grill
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired