Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: Irresistibly Fresh and Easy
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a healthy rice bowl featuring smoky corn, seasoned chicken, and Mexican-inspired elote flavors. Perfect for those craving Mexican Chicken Bowls or a Chicken and Corn Rice Bowl with fresh ingredients and bold taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 3 portions 1x
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- 1 large avocado
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime lime juiced
- 0.5 cup cotija or feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 splash olive oil for cooking
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt pepper and chili powder.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
- Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Add the corn to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until smoky.
- Let the chicken rest and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine rice sautéed corn chopped chicken cilantro and lime juice in a large bowl.
- Divide into bowls and top with avocado slices and cheese.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature
- Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for best flavor
- Can substitute turkey or tofu for protein alternatives
- Store components separately for meal prep especially avocado
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 475
Find it online: https://www.amgroyal.com/street-corn-chicken-rice-bowl/