Go Back
–+ servings
Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Savory Street Corn Chicken Bowl That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

Delightful Street Corn Chicken Bowl with smoky chicken and creamy corn mix.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs Tender and juicy
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil Can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder Adjust heat based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Delivers earthy depth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • to taste salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste black pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Corn Mix
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels Fresh or thawed
  • 1/2 cup red onion Diced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Consider Greek yogurt as a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Can swap with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese Feta can be used if Cotija is unavailable
For the Rice
  • 2 cups prepared rice Season with lime juice and salt

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Street Corn Chicken Bowl
  1. In a medium bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for 15-30 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high and add a splash of avocado oil. Cook chicken for 8-10 minutes per side until cooked through.
  3. Combine corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Warm rice in a saucepan for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  5. Assemble bowls with rice, sliced chicken, and corn mix. Garnish with Cotija cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for quick dinners and adaptable for dietary preferences.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!