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Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl topped with fresh ingredients

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and comforting dish combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant street corn toppings, perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • 2 cups cooked white rice Substitute with brown rice for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust for spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Adds depth of flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Season as desired.
For the Street Corn Topping
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned) Ensure they are thawed if frozen.
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (or feta cheese) Adds creaminess and saltiness.
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh lime juice recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (for garnish) Sprinkle on top before serving.
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Adds freshness.
  • Avocado slices (optional, for creaminess) Great addition for texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Set aside keeping it warm.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, stirring and cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine corn, Cotija cheese, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder for the street corn topping. Mix until well combined and set aside.
Assembly
  1. In each bowl, start with a scoop of rice, top it generously with cooked chicken.
  2. Spoon the street corn topping over the chicken.
  3. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime juice, adding avocado slices if desired.
Enjoy
  1. Dig in immediately and enjoy the layers of flavor and texture!

Notes

For added flavor, marinate chicken in lime juice and spices for 30 minutes. Use leftovers for meal prep. Adjust toppings as desired.