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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is loaded with bold flavors, creamy corn, and tender chicken. A fun and easy meal idea!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course / Bowl Meal
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired / Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice white, brown, or Mexican-style
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (grilled or pan-seared, sliced)
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Hot sauce optional for serving

Instructions
 

  • Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a dash of paprika or chili powder. Grill or pan-sear until fully cooked. Slice thinly.
  • Prepare Street Corn Mix: In a bowl, combine corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Mix well and season to taste.
  • Assemble Bowls: Add a layer of cooked rice to each bowl, top with sliced chicken, and spoon over generous portions of the street corn mixture.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle with extra cheese, cilantro, lime wedges, or a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.
  • Serve: Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful bowl!
Keyword street corn, chicken bowl, rice bowl, summer meal, easy lunch, weeknight dinner, Elote-style