Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl – A Flavor Fiesta in Every Bite! 🌽🍗


Craving the bold, creamy, tangy flavors of Mexican street corn but want a full meal? This Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl combines juicy grilled chicken, charred corn, zesty lime crema, and crumbled cotija cheese over fluffy rice for a quick, crave-worthy dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes!

Inspired by elote (Mexican street corn), this bowl is packed with smoky, spicy, fresh flavors—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Let’s make it!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Bursting with flavor – Smoky, creamy, tangy, and spicy all at once!
✅ Easy & adaptable – Use leftover chicken, grill or stovetop corn, or swap grains.
✅ Meal-prep hero – Stays fresh for days in the fridge.
✅ Crowd-pleaser – Great for parties or picky eaters (customize toppings!).

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Bowl:

  • 1.5 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro lime rice)

  • 2 chicken breasts, grilled & sliced (or rotisserie chicken)

  • 2 cups charred corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Lime Crema:

  • ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • Salt to taste

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Pickled jalapeños

  • Hot sauce

  • Crushed tortilla chips

  • Black beans

Step-by-Step Instructions



 

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