Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Street Corn Chicken Bowls, a perfect weeknight meal that brings together seasoned chicken, creamy street corn, fluffy rice, black beans, and fresh avocado. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 20 minutes of prep time—but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting friends, every bite bursts with flavor and satisfaction. Enjoy the healthy ingredients packed into this delightful bowl, making it an excellent option for meal prep or a nourishing dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ears of corn, husks and silk removed
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 tsp chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- Hot sauce, to taste (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine cubed chicken with olive oil and spices.
- Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare corn using your preferred method (grilling, boiling, or roasting).
- Mix corn with mayonnaise, sour cream, cheese, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, chicken, street corn mixture, black beans, and diced avocado.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 450g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg