Street Corn Chicken Bowl Perfection
This Street Corn Chicken Bowl is inspired by Mexican street corn, featuring juicy grilled chicken, zesty corn, and a creamy, spicy dressing. It’s a flavorful, healthy, and customizable meal perfect for dinner or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-50 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons cotija cheese (or feta), divided
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill or sauté the chicken on medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Heat the corn in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, and half of the cotija cheese. Mix well and season with salt.
- Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- Assemble the bowl by layering cooked rice or quinoa, sliced chicken, and heated corn.
- Drizzle the dressing generously over the chicken and corn.
- Garnish with the remaining cotija cheese and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh corn and quality chicken.
- Adjust chili powder for spice level preference. Add jalapeños or hot sauce for more heat.
- Add crushed tortilla chips or toasted nuts for extra crunch.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with grilled mushrooms or tofu.
- Swap rice or quinoa for farro or couscous.
- Add black beans, avocado, or pico de gallo for a Southwest twist.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Components can be frozen separately for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
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