Description
A vibrant and satisfying Chicken Corn Bowl made with juicy grilled chicken, zesty street corn, and fluffy rice. This quick, flavor-packed dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and totally customizable for any dietary need!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp cumin
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Street Corn:
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2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
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¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
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½ cup cotija cheese (or feta)
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½ tsp chili powder
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Juice of 1 lime
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2 tbsp chopped cilantro
For the Bowl Base:
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2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
Optional Toppings:
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Diced avocado
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Cherry tomatoes
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Sliced jalapeños
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Extra cilantro & lime wedges
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Chipotle crema or hot sauce
Instructions
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Grill the Chicken: Coat chicken with olive oil and seasoning. Grill 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let it rest, then slice thinly.
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Make the Street Corn Mix: Combine corn, mayo (or yogurt), cotija, lime juice, chili powder, and cilantro in a bowl. Mix well.
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Assemble: Add rice to the bowl. Top with grilled chicken, street corn, and desired toppings. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
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Swap chicken with tofu for a vegetarian version.
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Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
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Char corn in a hot skillet for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling & Assembly
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: chicken corn bowl, grilled chicken, rice bowl, street corn, quick dinner, healthy meal