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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Savor the Streets: Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of a Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a perfect quick comfort dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs Use chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Avocado oil is a great substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Use smoked paprika for a smokier profile.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Essential spice for warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika adds extra depth.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced for robust taste.
For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups jasmine rice Swap for brown rice for added nutrients.
  • 3 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth is a great option for vegetarians.
For the Corn Topping
  • 2 ears fresh corn Use frozen corn as a backup.
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Consider Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese Feta cheese makes a suitable substitute.
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream Plain yogurt can blend well too.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Use parsley if cilantro isn't favored.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • medium pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the boneless chicken thighs, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a medium pot, combine jasmine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 15-18 minutes until rice is fluffy.
  3. Preheat your grill. Grill fresh corn for 10-12 minutes until charred. Cut kernels off the cob and mix with mayonnaise and half of the chili powder.
  4. Grill the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and reaches 165°F. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Combine Mexican crema or sour cream with lime juice and salt, whisk until smooth. Adjust flavor to preference.
  6. To serve, ladle cilantro-lime rice into each bowl, top with grilled chicken, charred corn, cotija cheese, lime crema, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate for added flavor. Keep components separate until serving for optimal freshness.

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