Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe is a vibrant and satisfying meal that brings the flavors of Mexican street corn straight to your table. Featuring tender grilled chicken, sweet roasted corn, and perfectly seasoned rice, this dish is both nutritious and delicious. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it can be customized to suit your taste preferences. With a burst of creamy goodness from cotija cheese and a zesty lime finish, every bite is a delight. Enjoy this one-bowl wonder that’s not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup grilled corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear for about 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Make the corn mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine grilled corn with mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, half of the cotija cheese, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide cooked rice into serving bowls. Top each with sliced chicken and the corn mixture.
- Garnish: Sprinkle remaining cotija cheese and additional cilantro on top. Add a squeeze of lime if desired.
- Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, feel free to mix extra spices into the rice or use different types of cheese. This recipe is easily customizable; add toppings like avocado or jalapeños for an extra kick.