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Street Corn Chicken Bowls

Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowls: Best Recipe


  • Author: Julia Cartney
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Grilled chicken meets smoky, creamy street corn in this quick and flavor-packed bowl that’s perfect for weeknights or meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 ears of grilled corn (or canned)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  2. Grill corn for 3-4 minutes per side until charred, then slice off kernels. Mix with mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cotija cheese, chili powder, and garlic powder.
  3. Build bowls: add rice, black beans, sliced chicken, and a generous scoop of street corn. Top with avocado, cilantro, and hot sauce if using. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For the best flavor, use grilled corn and marinate chicken if you have extra time. Customize with jalapeños or cayenne for more heat.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: street corn, chicken bowls, easy dinner, meal prep