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Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: The Ultimate Easy Weeknight Meal

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: The Ultimate Easy Weeknight Meal

This vibrant bowl combines succulent grilled chicken with smoky, charred corn and a zesty lime crema for a refreshing meal that hits every flavor note. Perfect for busy weeknights or organized meal prep, it brings the bold spirit of Mexican street food right to your kitchen table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl:
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 2 chicken breasts grilled and sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced
  • 1/4 cup tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Lime Crema:
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or yogurt
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder dried
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Chef Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil to coat the surface.
  2. Sauté the corn kernels for approximately 4 minutes until they develop a beautiful golden-brown char.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to coat the corn evenly.
  4. Whisk the sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl until the crema is smooth.
  5. Divide the cooked rice between two bowls to create a sturdy base for your toppings.
  6. Arrange the sliced chicken, charred corn, black beans, tomatoes, onions, and cotija cheese over the rice.
  7. Finish by drizzling the tangy lime crema over the top and garnishing with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Notes

Store the individual components in airtight containers for up to four days to keep the textures fresh for meal prep. If you are making this ahead of time, keep the lime crema in a separate small jar to prevent the rice from becoming soggy. For the best texture, reheat the chicken and corn separately before assembling the cold toppings and crema.