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Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl

This simple and filling bowl combines cooked chicken, sweet corn, and creamy avocado over rice or quinoa for a fresh and light meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) If frozen, thaw and drain before cooking.
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa Use a grain of your choice.
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium avocado, diced Add fresh when serving, or store with lemon juice for up to one day.
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 medium lime, juiced Serve extra lime wedges on the side.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Taste and adjust seasoning at the end.

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add corn, diced red bell pepper, and shredded chicken.
  • Sprinkle with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook until hot.

Assembly

  • In bowls, put cooked rice or quinoa first.
  • Add the chicken and corn mix.
  • Top with avocado and cilantro.
  • Squeeze lime over the bowl and serve.

Notes

For a heartier base, swap rice for a warm bread bowl. You can add a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream if you like. For crunch, top with tortilla chips or toasted pepitas. Warm the rice and chicken mix separately, then assemble.
Keyword Chicken Bowl, Easy Recipe, Healthy Meal, Quick Dinner, Street Corn