Description
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that combines tender seasoned chicken, smoky grilled corn, and fresh toppings over a bed of rice. Drizzled with a creamy lime sauce, this one-bowl meal is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 1 cup grilled corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ½ cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ¼ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Chicken Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Toss the cubed chicken with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and olive oil.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook for about 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally until golden brown and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Grill the Corn: If using fresh corn, grill it over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until slightly charred. If using frozen or canned corn, sauté it in a dry pan for a few minutes to achieve a roasted flavor.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of cooked rice. Layer on the grilled corn, black beans, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cooked chicken. Drizzle with the creamy sauce and sprinkle with crumbled cheese and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
- To make it spicier, add jalapeño slices or a dash of hot sauce.
- Swap Greek yogurt for dairy-free yogurt to make the sauce vegan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop & Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired