Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
A vibrant and delicious dish combining sweet corn, grilled chicken, colorful veggies, and zesty spices, perfect for casual dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Grilled and sliced
Starch/Pasta
- 2 cups Rice Use cooked white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice
Seasoning/Spice Blend
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder For flavor
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
Liquids/Dairy
- 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Use as dressing on top
Aromatics & Vegetables
- 1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
- 1 cup Black Beans Rinsed
Optional Finishing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Squeeze over the bowl before serving
- 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook your rice according to package instructions, about 15-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Season chicken breasts with spices and grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked, then slice.
Cooking
- In the same pan, heat olive oil and add corn and black beans. Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through and slightly charred.
- Mix sour cream (or Greek yogurt) with lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, layer the cooked rice, grilled chicken, corn, black beans, diced red onion, and tomatoes.
- Sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro, then top with the dressing.
Serving
- Serve immediately while warm, allowing everyone to mix and match their favorite components.
Notes
For added flavor, squeeze extra lime juice on top before serving. Customize easily by adding seasonal veggies.