Description
Enjoy the bold flavors of a Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a vibrant and satisfying dish inspired by classic Mexican street food. This easy-to-make meal features juicy marinated chicken, smoky charred corn, fluffy rice, and a zesty lime mayo sauce, all topped with cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or a quick, nutritious lunch, this dish is packed with protein and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Grains
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
Vegetables
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Dairy
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Sauce & Seasonings
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: In a bowl, toss diced chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat.
- Char the Corn: In the same skillet, add the corn kernels and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly charred. Remove from heat.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer cooked rice in serving bowls. Top with chicken, charred corn, and crumbled cotija cheese.
- Drizzle & Garnish: Drizzle the lime mayonnaise sauce over the bowl, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Make it Spicy: Add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the chicken seasoning.
- Dairy-Free Option: Swap cotija cheese for a dairy-free alternative or omit it.
- Low-Carb Alternative: Replace rice with cauliflower rice or quinoa for a lighter version.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days and assemble when ready to eat.
- Extra Toppings: Try adding avocado, black beans, or diced tomatoes for extra flavor and texture!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
