Tender, spiced chicken meets zesty cilantro-lime rice, creamy street corn, and vibrant toppings in this satisfying rice bowl that’s fresh, colorful, and loaded with flavor.
Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken | |
| Chicken breasts or thighs | 1 lb (450 g) |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Smoked paprika | 1 tsp |
| Chili powder | 1 tsp |
| Garlic powder | ½ tsp |
| Onion powder | ½ tsp |
| Cumin | ½ tsp |
| Salt and black pepper | To taste |
| Lime juice | Juice of 1 lime |
| Cilantro-Lime Rice | |
| Cooked white rice | 2 cups |
| Lime juice | 2 tbsp |
| Fresh cilantro, chopped | 2 tbsp |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Street Corn Mixture | |
| Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or roasted) | 1½ cups |
| Mayonnaise | 2 tbsp |
| Sour cream | 2 tbsp |
| Cotija cheese (or feta), crumbled | ¼ cup |
| Chili powder | ½ tsp |
| Lime juice | 1 tbsp |
| Toppings | |
| Black beans (cooked, rinsed, and drained if canned) | 1 cup |
| Shredded lettuce | 1 cup |
| Pico de gallo (or fresh salsa) | ½ cup |
| Extra cotija cheese | As desired |
| Lime wedges | For serving |
| Lime Crema | |
| Sour cream (or Greek yogurt) | ½ cup |
| Mayonnaise | 1 tbsp |
| Lime juice | Juice of ½ lime |
| Garlic powder | ½ tsp |
| Salt | Pinch |
Instructions
Marinate and Cook the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Add the chicken and coat it thoroughly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes. Grill or cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Rice:
Mix the warm cooked rice with lime juice, chopped cilantro, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Make the Street Corn:
Heat the corn in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to char lightly. Stir in the mayonnaise, sour cream, crumbled cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice until everything is well combined and creamy.
Whisk the Lime Crema:
In a small bowl, blend together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Bowls:
Start with a generous scoop of cilantro-lime rice as the base. Add sliced chicken, creamy street corn, black beans, shredded lettuce, and pico de gallo. Drizzle the lime crema on top, sprinkle with extra cotija cheese, and serve with lime wedges.
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is vibrant, fresh, and bursting with flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a fun twist on classic street food at home.