Description
This Effortless Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is a bold, flavorful dish that comes together fast—perfect for a quick dinner, meal prep lunch, or weeknight craving. Juicy spiced chicken, fluffy rice, sweet corn, and a zesty creamy sauce create a mouthwatering combo in every bite. This recipe balances wholesome ingredients with vibrant street-food inspiration, making it a go-to choice for anyone needing easy dinner ideas, healthy meals, or customizable bowl food options. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a colorful, satisfying dinner idea, this bowl fits beautifully into your weekly menu.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked white rice or jasmine rice
1 cup sweet corn (canned, frozen, or fresh)
1 tablespoon butter (for charring corn, optional)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash hot sauce (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes.
2. Grill or sear chicken on medium-high heat until cooked and slightly charred.
3. Prepare rice according to package instructions. Fluff and season lightly with salt.
4. Heat corn in a skillet with butter to lightly char (optional).
5. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and hot sauce.
6. Assemble bowls: Add rice, top with chicken and corn, drizzle with sauce, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, char both the chicken and corn in a cast iron skillet or grill pan.
You can easily swap the rice with cauliflower rice or brown rice for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, rice bowl, street corn chicken, healthy lunch, meal prep ideas