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A colorful bowl of Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with grilled chicken, creamy corn, avocado, and Cotija cheese.

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl


  • Author: AMELIA
  • Total Time: PT40M
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines bold Mexican-inspired flavors in a satisfying and balanced meal. Tender, seasoned chicken is served over fluffy rice and topped with creamy, zesty street corn, fresh cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese. A drizzle of lime crema adds the perfect finishing touch, making this dish a delicious and easy-to-make meal for any night of the week.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Juice of ½ lime

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tbsp butter

For the Street Corn Topping:

  • 1½ cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

For the Lime Crema:

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

For Garnish:

  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Extra cotija cheese
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Cook the Chicken:

    • Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
    • In a small bowl, mix chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
    • Rub the spice mix over the chicken breasts.
    • Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
    • Squeeze lime juice over the chicken, remove from heat, and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Cook the Rice:

    • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
    • In a pot, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Add salt and butter.
    • Stir in the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  • Prepare the Street Corn Topping:

    • If using fresh or frozen corn, sauté in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly charred.
    • In a bowl, mix corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, smoked paprika, and lime juice.
    • Stir in cotija cheese and cilantro.
  • Make the Lime Crema:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Assemble the Bowls:

    • Divide cooked rice between bowls.
    • Top with sliced chicken and a generous scoop of street corn topping.
    • Drizzle with lime crema.
    • Garnish with extra cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Variations: Use grilled chicken, shrimp, or even tofu for a different protein option.
  • Serving Tip: Serve with avocado slices for added creaminess.
  • Spice Level: Add diced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra heat.
  • Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free yogurt instead of sour cream and omit the cotija cheese.
  • Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free!
  • Prep Time: PT15M
  • Cook Time: PT25M
  • Category: Main Course, Rice Bowl
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: ~550 kcal
  • Sugar: ~4g
  • Sodium: ~750mg
  • Fat: ~24g
  • Saturated Fat: ~7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~15g
  • Trans Fat: ~0g
  • Carbohydrates: ~52g
  • Fiber: ~4g
  • Protein: ~36g
  • Cholesterol: ~95mg

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