Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
This street corn chicken rice bowl starts with tender chicken thighs, grilled corn, creamy Cotija cheese, and a tangy lime sauce for a fresh, customizable meal. Add your favorite toppings like avocado, black beans, or extra cilantro to make it your own.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet
- 1 Wooden Cutting Board
- 1 Chef Knife
- 2 Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs boneless and skinless
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 2 minced garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels grilled, if possible – frozen
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup sour cream save half to drizzle on top
- 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
- ½ cup cotija cheese crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lime cut into wedges
- 3 cups cooked rice
- fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Combine lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat 4 chicken thighs and marinate for 15-30 minutes in the fridge.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook (sear) the chicken for 8-10 minutes per side until done. Rest, then slice.
- Mix 1 cup grilled corn or sautéed frozen sweet corn, ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion, ½ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, ½ cup Cotija cheese, and 1 teaspoon chili powder. Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
- Reheat 3 cups cooked rice with a splash of water until warm and fluffy.
- Add rice, sliced chicken, street corn topping, extra Cotija, and cilantro to each bowl. Garnish with lime wedges.
- Optional: Drizzle extra sour cream on top if desired. Optional: Finish with a sprinkle of Tajín for extra flavor. Serve warm with an optional squeeze of lime.
Notes
Tips: Char the Corn for deeper flavor. Use Fresh Lime Juice. Reheat Rice with Water. Add Extra Heat with chopped jalapeno or cayenne. Extra Topping Ideas: Diced Avocado, Pico de Gallo, Sliced Jalapenos, Shredded Lettuce, Radish Slices, Sliced Green Onions, Hot Sauce or Sriracha.
