Description
This Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines tender grilled chicken, charred seasoned corn, and vibrant fresh toppings over a bed of fluffy rice. Topped with a tangy lime crema and crumbled cotija cheese, it’s a flavorful and easy meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Base
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
Protein
- 2 chicken breasts (grilled and sliced)
Vegetables & Beans
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
Cheese & Garnish
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Seasoning & Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Lime Crema
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Char the corn: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and sauté the corn kernels for 3-4 minutes until they are lightly charred, stirring occasionally. Season the corn with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the lime crema: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well and adjust the lime juice according to your taste preferences.
- Assemble the bowl: Begin with a base layer of cooked rice in each bowl. Top the rice with sliced grilled chicken breasts, followed by the charred seasoned corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and crumbled cotija cheese.
- Finish with crema and garnish: Drizzle the prepared lime crema evenly over each assembled bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the bowls immediately for the best flavor and texture. This meal is hearty yet fresh and perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner.
Notes
- You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn for convenience; just make sure to drain canned corn well.
- Grill chicken breasts ahead of time or use leftover grilled chicken to save time.
- For a creamier lime crema, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- Customize your rice base with cilantro-lime rice for extra zest.
- Adjust spices to your heat preference by reducing or increasing chili powder.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
