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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl - Your New Favorite Dinner!

This Mexican Street Corn Chicken Bowl combines grilled chicken and sweet corn for a quick, flavorful dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts or boneless, skinless thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust for spiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika for color and sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Corn Mixture
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Butter for sautéing
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh preferred
  • ¼ cup Cotija Cheese or feta/parmesan
  • ¼ cup Cilantro for garnish
  • 1 piece Jalapeño adjust for heat
For the Base
  • 2 cups Rice white, brown, or quinoa
  • ½ cup Red Onion diced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and set aside to rest.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to char.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and cotija cheese. Mix until well combined.
  5. Slice the cooked chicken into strips.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapeño. Fold in the sautéed corn.
  7. In individual bowls, layer the corn and rice mixture, followed by the sliced chicken. Drizzle with the creamy sauce and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, allow sautéed corn to cool before mixing with rice to avoid sogginess.

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