Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl for Quick Weeknight Bliss

Discover the Easy Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl, a flavor-packed dish ready in just 30 minutes!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs or rotisserie chicken for reduced prep time
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For the Rice

1 cup white or brown rice cooked according to package instructions

For the Corn

1-2 cups fresh or frozen street-style corn or drained canned corn

For the Toppings

1/2 cup cotija cheese substitute with feta or omit for dairy-free
1/4 cup cilantro fresh
1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

large skillet
Meat thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Season your chicken with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet, cooking for about 6–8 minutes.
Stir in the fresh or frozen corn, cooking for an additional 3–4 minutes.
Prepare your rice according to package instructions.
Spoon the chicken and corn mixture over the rice in serving bowls.
Garnish with cilantro, lime juice, and optional cotija cheese.
Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavors, allow the chicken to rest before serving. Customize with your favorite vegetables if desired.

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