Flavorful Street Corn Chicken Bowls
A hearty and healthy dinner featuring smoky grilled chicken, creamy street corn topping, and fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Chili powder
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
- Sweet corn kernels, grilled or canned
- Mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- Crumbled cotija cheese
- Fresh lime juice
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced avocado
- Fresh lime wedges
- Hot sauce or sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Mix chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl. Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, mayonnaise, crumbled cotija cheese, chili powder, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir until well coated.
- Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced chicken and a generous scoop of the street corn topping.
- Garnish with diced avocado, lime wedges, extra cilantro, and a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, grill the corn alongside the chicken. Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain its juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450500
- Fat: 1520
- Carbohydrates: 4045
- Protein: 3035
Keywords: street corn, chicken bowls, healthy dinner, meal prep, Mexican recipe, gluten-free