Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: Quick 30-Min Dinner (Print Version)

Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl is an easy 30-minute dinner. Enjoy tender chicken, creamy street corn, and fluffy rice in one satisfying bowl.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Mexican
Dietary: Gluten-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Speedy Sizzle & Sear

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp chili powder
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
06 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Golden Grain Base

07 - 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking white rice
08 - 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Zesty Elote Embrace

09 - 2 cups frozen corn (or 15 oz can, drained)
10 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
11 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
12 - 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
13 - 1/2 tsp chili powder

→ Fresh Finishers

14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
15 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Slice 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1/2-inch strips. In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. This is the first step towards your Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: 30-Min Dinner.
02 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping the skillet on the heat for the next step.
03 - In the same skillet, combine 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking white rice and 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. This forms your Golden Grain Base.
04 - While the rice cooks, prepare your Zesty Elote Embrace. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups frozen corn (or 15 oz can, drained), 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese, and 1/2 tsp chili powder. Stir well to combine.
05 - Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the rice and gently toss to combine. Let it rest for a minute to meld flavors, ensuring a delicious Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: 30-Min Dinner.
06 - Divide the chicken and rice mixture among 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl generously with the Zesty Elote Embrace corn mixture. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges for the ultimate Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl: 30-Min Dinner.

# Notes:

01 - Tip: For an extra smoky flavor in your Zesty Elote Embrace, char the corn in a dry skillet over high heat for 3-5 minutes before mixing with other ingredients.
02 - Storage: Store leftover chicken and rice mixture separately from the corn topping in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken and rice, then add fresh corn topping.
03 - Substitution: For a lighter option, substitute the 1/4 cup mayonnaise in the corn mixture with 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt.
04 - Serving Suggestion: Elevate your bowl with diced avocado, a sprinkle of hot sauce, or a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large skillet
02 - Saucepan with lid
03 - Cutting board
04 - Knife
05 - Measuring cups and spoons

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 596 kcal
Total Fat: 22 g
Total Carbohydrate: 55 g
Protein: 43 g

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