Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant, healthy meal combining smoky spiced chicken with creamy, tangy street corn and zesty rice. Easy to prepare and customizable with your choice of rice or cauliflower rice, this recipe brings bold flavors and fresh ingredients together for a satisfying, nutritious bowl perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Street Corn:
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese or feta, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 avocado, sliced (optional)
- Extra cotija cheese and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Street Corn: In a mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, and cotija cheese. Mix thoroughly until the corn is well coated, then fold in the chopped fresh cilantro.
- Season the Rice: In a separate bowl, stir together the cooked rice with lime zest, lime juice, and salt to infuse a fresh, zesty flavor throughout the grains.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the seasoned rice evenly among serving bowls. Top each with the cooked chicken, the creamy street corn mixture, and sliced avocado if using. Garnish with extra cotija cheese and fresh cilantro for an added burst of flavor and color.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the bowls warm right away, or prepare ahead for easy meal prep. This dish can be enjoyed as a wholesome lunch or dinner packed with protein and fresh ingredients.
Notes
- Use Fresh Corn for the Best Flavor – canned or frozen corn works as alternatives if fresh is unavailable.
- Marinate the Chicken for More Flavor – letting the chicken sit with spices for 30 minutes enhances the taste.
- Grill the Corn for Extra Smokiness – char the kernels in a hot pan or grill for authentic street corn flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
