Effortless Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls
Take the vibrant, tangy flavors of street corn and transform them into a complete, easy, and satisfying chicken and rice bowl perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Cutting board
- Large bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup white or brown rice cooked according to package directions
- 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (or parsley)
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese or shredded Monterey Jack, cheddar, Mexican blend
- 1 tsp chili powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook rice according to package directions in a large pot. While rice is cooking, prep remaining ingredients.
- Step 2: Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
- Step 4: When the chicken is almost finished, add corn to the same skillet. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred in spots.
- Step 5: Remove cooked chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for a few minutes. Finish cooking the corn if needed.
- Step 6: Chop the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 7: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed corn, chopped chicken, chopped cilantro, and the juice from the lime. Stir gently to combine.
- Step 8: Divide the mixture into serving bowls. Top each bowl with slices of avocado and sprinkle generously with cheese.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Store avocado and cheese separately if possible. Reheat the rice and chicken mixture before adding fresh toppings. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C) and let it rest. Get some char on the corn for extra flavor. Fresh lime is highly recommended. Cook rice and chicken ahead of time for quicker prep.