Description
This vibrant Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines tender, spice-seasoned chicken with a delightful medley of rice, black beans, fresh vegetables, and a creamy street corn-inspired sauce. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal that bursts with bold flavors and a touch of zest from lime and chili spices.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Base and Vegetables
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Street Corn Sauce & Garnish
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning and oil.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the seasoned chicken. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on the outside and cooked through internally.
- Make the Street Corn Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, chili powder, cumin, crumbled cotija cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Assemble the Rice Bowl: Distribute the cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with black beans, corn kernels, diced red onion, diced bell pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- Add Chicken and Sauce: Place the cooked chicken on top of the rice and vegetable mixture in each bowl. Drizzle the prepared street corn sauce generously over the chicken and vegetables.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each bowl with slices of fresh avocado and lime wedges on the side. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Use fresh corn kernels if available for the best texture and taste; frozen corn can be substituted and thawed before use.
- For a healthier twist, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt in the sauce.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of hot sauce for extra heat according to preference.
- Leftover bowls can be refrigerated and reheated, though avocado slices are best added fresh.
- Brown rice can be used instead of white rice for added fiber and a nuttier flavor.
