Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
A vibrant and flavorful rice bowl featuring smoky, seasoned chicken and creamy, zesty street corn. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Street Corn:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta as an alternative)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
For the Bowl:
- Cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the diced chicken in the spice mixture until each piece is evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Make the Street Corn:
- Cook the corn:
- For fresh or frozen corn: sauté in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until heated through and slightly charred.
- For canned corn: drain and rinse before using.
- Mix the street corn:
- In a bowl, combine the cooked corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in the crumbled cotija cheese. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
3. Assemble the Bowls:
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
- Divide the rice into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with the cooked chicken and a generous scoop of street corn.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Enjoy:
A hearty, colorful, and flavorful Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl—smoky chicken, creamy corn, and fluffy rice combine for a dish everyone will love!
