Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
If you’re craving a quick and flavorful meal, this Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe is your answer! This vibrant dish combines juicy chicken, sweet corn, and zesty toppings for a satisfying experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, each bowl is packed with protein and colorful ingredients that are sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy the bold flavors inspired by Mexican street corn while keeping your meal healthy and completely customizable to suit your taste. Dive into this delightful combination of textures and tastes today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 cup Cotija cheese or feta (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and corn; sauté until charred. Add minced garlic towards the end.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice with corn-onion mixture and lime juice.
- Divide the rice mixture into bowls and top with sliced chicken, avocado, Greek yogurt, cheese, and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg