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Delicious Street Corn Chicken and Rice Bowls: 10 Tips

Street corn chicken and rice bowls topped with grilled chicken and cilantro

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A comforting blend of grilled chicken, creamy street corn, and fluffy rice, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 tbsp lime juice

1 tbsp avocado oil

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin powder

½ tsp garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

1 cup sweet corn kernels (grilled or frozen)

¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

1 cup sour cream (save half for drizzling)

2 tbsp mayonnaise

½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese (plus extra for garnish)

1 tsp chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1 lime, cut into wedges

3 cups cooked rice (jasmine or preferred)

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Mix lime juice, oil, and spices. Marinate chicken for 15–30 minutes in fridge.

2. Heat skillet, cook chicken 8–10 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Rest and slice.

3. In bowl, mix corn, onion, half the sour cream, mayo, Cotija, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

4. Reheat rice with splash of water if using leftovers.

5. Assemble bowls: layer rice, chicken, corn mix, extra cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

6. Drizzle with remaining sour cream and optional Tajín. Serve warm.

Notes

Store components separately for up to 3 days.

Add avocado, beans, or jalapeño to customize.

Swap rice for quinoa or make it dairy-free with vegan alternatives.