Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
Craving the taste of the street? This Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice delivers that smoky, tangy flavor in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to that perfect char on the corn. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Skillet with Spinach and Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Olive Tapenade Recipe.
Why This Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice Is Pure Comfort
- Better than takeout taste at home
- Easy 20-minute weeknight dinner
- Customize with your favorite toppings
What You'll Need for Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Corn on the cob
- Limes
- Cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Jalapeño
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Garlic
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Vegetable oil
- Rice
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic
- Lime juice
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Optional: Avocado
- Optional: Black beans
- Optional: Diced tomatoes
- Optional: Red onion
- Optional: Sliced jalapeño
- Optional: Crumbled queso fresco
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Boneless, skinless
- Corn on the cob: Fresh or frozen
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Gets that perfect char on the corn → See on Amazon
- Blender or immersion blender — Makes smooth, creamy lime sauce → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet until done, then slice.
- Char the corn: Cut corn into quarters, brush with oil, and char in a hot skillet until blackened.
- Make the lime sauce: Blend together lime juice, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble the bowls: Cook rice according to package instructions. Divide rice, chicken, corn, and lime sauce among bowls. Top with desired toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It will become dry. To fix, use a meat thermometer and cook until 165°F.
- Pro tip: For a smokier flavor, char the corn on the grill instead of the stovetop.
- Pro tip: Make the lime sauce ahead of time for an even quicker dinner.
Storing & Reheating Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the chicken and corn ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Freezing Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
Freeze cooked chicken and corn separately for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave until warmed through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier bowl, add more jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lime sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute the chicken for black beans or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and corn ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To serve more, simply double the ingredients.
- Troubleshooting: If your lime sauce is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water or chicken broth.
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Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Corn on the cob
- Limes
- Cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Jalapeño
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Garlic
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Vegetable oil
- Rice
Seasonings
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic
- Lime juice
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
Optional Toppings
- Avocado
- Black beans
- Diced tomatoes
- Red onion
- Sliced jalapeño
- Crumbled queso fresco
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet until done, then slice.
- Char the corn: Cut corn into quarters, brush with oil, and char in a hot skillet until blackened.
- Make the lime sauce: Blend together lime juice, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble the bowls: Cook rice according to package instructions. Divide rice, chicken, corn, and lime sauce among bowls. Top with desired toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier bowl, add more jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lime sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute the chicken for black beans or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and corn ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To serve more, simply double the ingredients.
- Troubleshooting: If your lime sauce is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water or chicken broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and corn separately for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave until warmed through.
- Make ahead: Prepare the chicken and corn ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Cholesterol: 110mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice FAQs
Yes, prepare the chicken and corn ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Use a meat thermometer and cook until 165°F.
Yes, freeze cooked chicken and corn separately for up to 2 months.
Yes, cook the chicken and corn in the air fryer at 400°F until done.
Yes, this Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice is better than takeout and just as delicious.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Street Corn Chicken Bowl Recipe with Rice and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
