Description
This vibrant rice bowl marries succulent, marinated chicken with sweet, smoky grilled street corn, fresh vegetables, and a zesty, creamy sauce—all served atop a bed of fluffy rice. Inspired by popular street food flavors, this dish is hearty, healthy, and perfect for a quick dinner that brings a bold twist to classic chicken recipes.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 lb Chicken breast or thighs (Cut into strips or cubes; boneless and skinless preferred)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (For marinating)
- 1 tbsp Lime juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp Chili powder (Adjust for desired heat)
- 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
For the Street Corn:
- 2 ears Corn (Husks removed; grill whole and then cut into halves or kernels)
- 1 tbsp Butter (Melted)
- 1/4 cup Cotija cheese (Crumbled optional)
- 1/2 tsp Chili powder (Optional for extra kick)
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (Chopped)
For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups Cooked rice (White or brown as preferred)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (Halved optional)
- 1 Avocado (Diced optional)
For the Zesty Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Sour cream
- 1 tbsp Lime juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 tsp Hot sauce (Optional adjust to taste)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the other components.
Cook the Rice:
- Prepare 2 cups of rice according to package instructions and set aside in a serving bowl.
Grill the Chicken and Corn:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
- At the same time, grill the corn for about 4–5 minutes per side until tender and charred. Once grilled, cut the corn into halves or remove the kernels. Toss the corn with melted butter, a sprinkle of chili powder, and chopped cilantro; add crumbled Cotija cheese if desired.
Prepare the Zesty Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lime juice, hot sauce, and a pinch of salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble the Rice Bowl:
- Divide the cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls.
- Top each bowl with the grilled chicken, a generous portion of the prepared street corn, and optional cherry tomatoes and avocado.
- Drizzle the zesty sauce over the top and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or additional chili powder to the chicken marinade.
- Adjust the hot sauce in the zesty sauce to suit your spice preference.
- This dish is best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a different twist.
Enjoy your Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl—a vibrant, healthy dinner that brings the bold flavors of street food right to your home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
