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30-Minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl – A Fresh, Zesty, Skillet-to-Bowl Meal

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  • Author: amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Description

A fresh and zesty 30-Minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl made with juicy seasoned chicken, charred corn, fluffy rice, and a creamy lime-cilantro sauce for a quick and flavorful meal.


Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cubed
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1.5 cups corn kernels
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • Crema Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Juice + zest of 1/2 lime
  • 1 tbsp cilantro


Instructions

  1. Season chicken with spices, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Cook chicken in skillet 3–4 minutes per side until done. Set aside.
  3. Char corn in same skillet for 5–7 minutes.
  4. Mix all crema sauce ingredients until smooth.
  5. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, corn, and onion.
  6. Drizzle with crema and top with cilantro and lime juice.
  7. Serve immediately while fresh and warm.

Notes

  • Use grilled corn for extra smoky flavor.
  • Add jalapeños for heat if desired.