Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
If you’re in search of a vibrant and satisfying dish that embodies the essence of summer, look no further than this Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe. This delightful combination features marinated chicken, sweet grilled corn, and zesty toppings, creating an experience that bursts with flavor and texture. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is easy enough for novice cooks yet impressive enough for family gatherings. Not only does it deliver on taste, but it’s also customizable to suit your preferences, making it ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners. Gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a colorful celebration of flavors!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari or coconut aminos)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 cups grilled corn (approx. 3–4 cobs of corn)
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 4 cups rice of your choice, cooked
- black beans
- cherry tomatoes, halved
- jalapeño slices
- lime wedges
- additional fresh cilantro leaves
- sour cream
- 1–2 avocados, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill corn cobs until slightly charred (about 10 minutes).
- Prepare the street corn salad by mixing grilled corn with mayo, feta cheese, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and diced red onion.
- Grill or pan-sear marinated chicken until fully cooked (about 6-7 minutes per side). Allow it to rest before slicing.
- Assemble bowls with a base of cooked rice topped with sliced chicken and generous servings of street corn salad. Add black beans, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño slices, lime wedges, avocado slices, and sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg