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Street Corn Chicken Bowl: A Flavorful & Easy Recipe

Street Corn Chicken Bowl: A Flavorful & Easy Weeknight Delight

Enjoy a delicious Street Corn Chicken Bowl packed with flavor and easy to prepare for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Meat Thermometer
  • large pot
  • Oven
  • Grill
  • cutting board
  • Medium saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Street Corn

  • 4 ears corn, husks and silk removed
  • 2 tablespoon butter, melted
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 whole lime, juiced
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder (optional, for extra heat)

For the Rice

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Bowl Assembly

  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 whole avocado, diced
  • Hot sauce, to taste (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions
 

Preparing the Chicken

  • Combine the cubed chicken breasts with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix well.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  • Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and set aside.

Making the Street Corn

  • Choose a cooking method: grill, boil, or roast the corn. Grill for 10-15 minutes, boil for 5-7 minutes, or roast for 20-25 minutes.
  • Cut the kernels off the cob after cooking and mix with mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder.

Cooking the Rice

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until clear, then combine with water, olive oil, and salt in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes. Let it sit covered for 5-10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Assembling the Bowl

  • Start with a base of cooked rice in a bowl.
  • Add seasoned chicken on top of the rice.
  • Spoon the street corn mixture over the chicken.
  • Add a scoop of black beans and top with diced avocado.
  • Drizzle with hot sauce if desired, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings or substitutes according to your dietary preferences.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Chicken Recipe, comfort food, Delicious Bowl, easy recipe, Street Corn Chicken Bowl, Weeknight Meal
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