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Flavor-Packed Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Lucas
This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines grilled chicken, zesty streetcorn, and cilantro-lime rice—a perfect meal for weeknight dinners or mealprepping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 599 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Grilled Chicken:

  • o 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • o 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • o 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • o 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • o 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • o 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • o Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cilantro-Lime Rice:

  • o 1 cup jasmine rice
  • o 2 cups water
  • o 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • o 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Street Corn Mixture:

  • o 2 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • o 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • o 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • o 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • o 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese

Optional Toppings:

  • o Sliced avocado
  • o Black beans
  • o Sliced jalapeños
  • o Lime wedges
  • o Chopped green onions

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken:

  • o In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • o Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the marinade.
  • o Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours) in the refrigerator.

Prepare the Cilantro-Lime Rice:

  • o Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until it runs clear.
  • o In a saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil.
  • o Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
  • o Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • o Fluff the rice with a fork, then mix in lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Prepare the Street Corn Mixture:

  • o If using fresh corn, grill or sauté until slightly charred; if using frozen, sauté until heated through.
  • o In a bowl, combine the corn, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and crumbled cotija cheese.
  • o Mix until well combined.

Cook the Chicken:

  • o Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
  • o Alternatively, pan-sear in a skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil.
  • o Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain.

Assemble the Bowls:

  • o Start with a base of cilantro-lime rice in each bowl.
  • o Arrange sliced chicken on top of the rice.
  • o Spoon the street corn mixture over the chicken.
  • o Add desired toppings such as avocado slices, black beans, jalapeños, lime wedges, and chopped green onions.

Notes

  • Calories: Approximately 600 kcal
  • Protein: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugars: 6g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
  • Sodium: 800mg
Keyword cilantro-lime rice, grilled chicken, street corn, Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl