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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl The Easy Dinner You’ll Make On Repeat

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This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavor-packed, quick dinner idea that combines juicy spiced chicken, charred corn, creamy elote-style sauce, and fluffy rice. Inspired by traditional Mexican street corn, this customizable dish is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. Layer with your favorite toppings like avocado, lime, and cotija cheese for a delicious bowl you’ll make again and again.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the street corn topping:

  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ⅓ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Optional toppings:

  • Diced avocado
  • Lime wedges
  • Sliced green onions
  • Extra cheese or hot sauce

Instructions

Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the corn and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly charred or golden brown.

In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, garlic powder, and lime juice. Add the cooked corn and stir until coated. Stir in cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.

Assemble the bowls by adding a scoop of rice as the base. Top with cooked chicken and a generous portion of the street corn mixture.

Add any optional toppings such as avocado, lime wedges, green onions, or extra cheese.

Serve warm.

 

Notes

  • Meal Prep Tip: Store each component separately for the best texture when reheating.

  • Low-Carb Option: Swap rice for cauliflower rice and reduce the corn portion.

  • Cheese Substitution: Use feta if cotija isn’t available.

  • Make it Vegan: Use roasted chickpeas and vegan mayo/cheese alternatives.

  • Spice Adjustment: Control the heat by reducing or increasing chili powder or adding hot sauce.

  • Flavor Boost: A squeeze of fresh lime before serving brightens up the entire dish.

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