Description
Flavor Packed Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant and satisfying dish that elevates any mealtime experience. Juicy grilled chicken combines with sweet corn, fresh herbs, and zesty lime, all on a bed of fluffy rice. This colorful bowl not only pleases the palate but also brings warmth and joy to the table, making it perfect for both casual dinners and festive gatherings. Enjoy this delightful meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 ears of fresh corn, kernels removed (or 1 cup frozen corn)
- 1 cup brown or white rice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken into bite-sized pieces and rinsing the rice until clear.
- Cook the rice: In a saucepan, combine rice with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover for about 18 minutes until tender.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin, cooking until golden brown.
- Add corn: Stir in fresh corn during the last few minutes of cooking until bright yellow and slightly charred.
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix cooked rice, chicken-corn mixture, chopped cilantro, and lime juice until evenly coated.
- Serve: Top each bowl with sour cream (or yogurt), crumbled cheese, additional cilantro if desired, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added protein or variation, consider swapping chicken for shrimp or incorporating black beans. Fresh corn provides the best flavor; however, frozen can be used in a pinch.