Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
This bowl combines juicy seasoned chicken, roasted corn, fluffy rice, and a creamy chili-lime sauce. It’s a quick, colorful, and balanced meal that can be customized with toppings like avocado, cheese, or fresh herbs.
Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt & pepper, to taste
Juice of 1/2 lime
For the Street Corn
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Sauce
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp chili powder
Salt, to taste
For the Bowl
3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
1/2 cup cotija cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional toppings: avocado slices, jalapenos, hot sauce
Instructions
Cook the chicken:
Mix olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
Coat chicken and grill (or pan-sear) 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F / 74°C). Slice into strips.
Roast the corn:
Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add corn, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes, stirring, until lightly charred.
Make the sauce:
In a bowl, whisk yogurt, mayo, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble bowls:
Divide rice into 4 bowls. Top with chicken, roasted corn, a drizzle of sauce, cotija cheese, and cilantro.
Add optional toppings like avocado, jalapenos, or a squeeze of extra lime.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a side salad or tortilla chips for crunch.
Turn it into street corn chicken tacos by swapping rice for tortillas.
For extra protein, add black beans.
Notes & Tips
Use frozen roasted corn (like Trader Joe’s) to save time.
Greek yogurt lightens up the sauce while still creamy.
If using chicken thighs, they’ll stay juicier than breasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Yes — store chicken, corn, and rice separately. Assemble and drizzle with sauce just before eating.
Q: Can I make it spicier?
Add hot sauce or extra chili powder to the sauce.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes — swap chicken for grilled tofu or black beans.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 520
Protein: 39g
Fat: 19g
Carbs: 47g
Fiber: 5g
Sodium: 620mg