Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
If you’re on the lookout for a vibrant and nutritious dinner option, look no further than this Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe! Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this dish combines perfectly seasoned chicken with fresh, colorful toppings inspired by the classic taste of Mexican street corn. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that the whole family will love, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with protein and veggies, this bowl is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 small red onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 cup Cotija cheese or feta (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
- Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté corn and diced red onion until lightly charred. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice with the corn mixture and lime juice; toss gently.
- Assemble bowls with rice mixture topped with sliced chicken, avocado, Greek yogurt (or alternative), Cotija cheese (or feta), and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg