Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
A delicious mix of juicy chicken, sweet corn, and creamy toppings, perfect for lunch or dinner gatherings.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 minced garlic cloves)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the corn topping
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (grilled if possible, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup sour cream (save half for drizzling)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
For serving
- 1 piece lime, cut into wedges
- 3 cups cooked rice
Instructions
Marination
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, garlic powder (or minced garlic), salt, and black pepper together. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
Prepare the corn topping
- If using frozen corn, cook according to package instructions. For fresh corn, grill it over medium heat until slightly charred, then cut kernels off the cob. In a bowl, combine corn, red onion, half of the sour cream, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and adjust seasoning.
Cook the chicken
- Heat grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken thighs for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let chicken rest, then slice into strips.
Assemble the rice bowls
- Divide cooked rice among bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, street corn topping, and drizzle remaining sour cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro and extra cotija cheese. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
To store leftovers, keep components separate in airtight containers. The chicken and corn topping can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, reheat chicken and corn, then assemble over freshly cooked rice. For added flavor, additional toppings like diced jalapeños can be added.