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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Juicy, seasoned chicken nestled on a bed of fluffy rice, topped with the irresistible sweetness of street corn - all in one bowl! Healthy, satisfying, and ready in a flash.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Street Corn:
  • 2 ears of corn kernels removed (about 2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
Optional Toppings:
  • Avocado slices
  • Salsa
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Hot sauce

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
    1 cup long-grain rice, 2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt
  2. Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
    1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and pepper
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until fully cooked and slightly browned.
    1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  4. Make the Street Corn: In a medium bowl, combine corn kernels, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, and chili powder. Mix well.
    2 ears of corn, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta), 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice into bowls. Top with cooked chicken and a generous serving of street corn.
    1 cup long-grain rice, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 ears of corn
  6. Garnish and Serve: Add your favorite toppings like avocado, salsa, sour cream, and cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!
    Avocado slices, Salsa, Sour cream or Greek yogurt, Chopped cilantro