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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

A vibrant explosion of flavor, this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines juicy seasoned chicken, creamy corn, and zesty spices, topped with refreshing herbs and a squeeze of lime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion, Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Other Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 whole lime, juiced
  • to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Add more to taste as desired.
  • to taste Avocado, diced (optional)
  • to taste Cotija cheese (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix diced chicken with chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Ensure every piece is coated well.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Stir in the sweet corn and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Assembly
  1. In serving bowls, layer the cooked rice, followed by the chicken and corn mixture.
  2. Drizzle lime juice over the bowls and add toppings like chopped cilantro, diced avocado, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese if desired.
Serving
  1. Dig in and savor the explosion of flavors!

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, consider adding jalapeños or hot sauce. Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time. Avoid overcooking the chicken to ensure it stays juicy.