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Street Corn Chicken Bowls

Street Corn Chicken Bowls are an explosion of flavors, mixing juicy chicken, creamy corn, and a touch of Mexican zest for a delightful weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 lime lime zest from half the lime
  • Salt to taste Salt
  • Pepper to taste Pepper
For the Bowls
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup corn kernels Lightly charred
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup black beans Heated through
  • ⅓ cup cotija cheese Can be substituted with feta or queso fresco
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro Chopped
  • 1 lime lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lime zest from half the lime, salt, and pepper. Toss in the chicken to coat it well.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until golden and reaches 165°F internally. Remove and slice.
  3. In the same skillet, add the corn kernels and cook until lightly charred, about 4 minutes. Stir in the mayonnaise, a squeeze of the remaining lime juice, and a pinch of chili powder.
  4. Warm the black beans in a small pan or microwave until heated through.
Assembly
  1. To assemble, divide the rice among bowls, then top with black beans, sliced chicken, and the street corn mixture.
  2. Sprinkle on cotija cheese and chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers separately for optimal texture; they last about 3-4 days in the fridge. Don’t skip the lime — it adds a refreshing zing to the dish.