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Delicious street corn chicken rice bowl with grilled corn, tender chicken, and cilantro lime dressing.
Alyssa

Transform Your Lunch with an Irresistible Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

A delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl featuring seasoned chicken, fluffy rice with cilantro, and a creamy street corn mixture.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts diced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup long-grain rice cooked as per package instructions
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • Diced avocado optional
  • Chopped tomatoes optional
  • Sliced jalapeños optional
  • Extra cotija cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Toss the diced chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  4. In a bowl, combine the corn kernels, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
  5. Divide the rice among serving bowls. Top with the cooked chicken and a generous scoop of the street corn mixture. Add any optional toppings, such as diced avocado or sliced jalapeños, for extra flavor and color.
  6. Serve the Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a lime wedge for squeezing over the top.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more chili powder or fresh jalapeños.
  • This recipe can be made with leftover chicken for quicker prep time.