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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

If you're looking for a satisfying, flavor-packed meal that's easy to make, this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is the perfect choice. Combining juicy, spiced chicken, zesty lime rice, and creamy, cheesy street corn, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or making a quick dinner, this bowl delivers on taste, texture, and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 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
For the Rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain rice cooked as per package instructions
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
For the Street Corn:
  • 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
Optional Toppings:
  • Diced avocado
  • Chopped tomatoes
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Extra cotija cheese

Method
 

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