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recipe image of grilled chicken sweet corn cilantro lime avocado queso fresco black beans rice cumin chili powder paprika garlic onion jalapeo cotija cheese sour cream arranged on a white marble kitchen counter with healthy clear glass bowls and rustic brown wooden kitchen sets under soft diffuse daylight realistic top down mise en place shot
Benjamin

Quick & Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

A delicious and easy-to-make street corn chicken rice bowl that is perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features grilled chicken, sweet corn, and a creamy lime dressing, making it a crowd-pleaser for the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Grilled Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and garlic
Corn
  • 3 cups sweet corn fresh off the cob, frozen, or canned
Grain
  • 3 cups cooked rice Basmati or Jasmine
Dairy
  • 0.5 cup cotija cheese or queso fresco
Creamy Element
  • 0.25 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt mixed with lime juice
Fresh Veggies
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 0.5 cup black beans
  • 1 handful chopped cilantro
Aromatics
  • 1 jalapeño finely diced
  • 1 small red onion
Spices
  • paprika to taste
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet,
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Season and Sear
  1. Coat the chicken in a blend of cumin, chili powder, garlic, and paprika. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let it rest before slicing.
Char the Corn
  1. In the same skillet, add the sweet corn. Cook until charred with dark spots, about 5-7 minutes. If using frozen corn, ensure it is fully thawed and patted dry first.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, a squeeze of lime juice, and a pinch of salt. If you like heat, whisk in a little extra jalapeño juice.
Assemble the Base
  1. Scoop a generous portion of warm rice into four deep bowls.
Layer the Flavors
  1. Top the rice with the sliced grilled chicken, charred sweet corn, and black beans.
Add the Finishes
  1. Scatter the cotija cheese, sliced avocado, and red onion over the top.
Garnish
  1. Finish each bowl with a heavy sprinkle of cilantro and a wedge of lime on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 25g

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep. Store the chicken, rice, and corn in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Keep the avocado and sour cream dressing separate until ready to eat. Reheat the rice and chicken in the microwave for about 90 seconds, then add your fresh toppings.
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