Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl

This Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl is a bold, comforting meal packed with juicy marinated chicken, creamy street corn, fluffy rice, and fresh lime flavor. It’s inspired by classic Mexican street corn but turned into a satisfying, family-friendly bowl that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Big, bold flavors with minimal effort
• Creamy, smoky street corn paired with juicy chicken
• Perfect for meal prep and customizable bowls
• Naturally halal-friendly and family approved

Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl

Juicy marinated chicken cooked until golden

Creamy street corn with Cotija and lime

Served over fluffy rice for a complete bowl

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican-Inspired

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  

For the marinated chicken

• 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the street corn mix

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels grilled or sautéed
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup sour cream separated
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese plus extra for topping
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp lime juice to taste

For serving

• 3 cups cooked rice
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges
• Reserved sour cream and Cotija cheese

Instructions

 

• In a bowl, mix lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to marinate.
• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken for 8–10 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice.
• In a separate bowl, combine corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Stir until creamy and well mixed.
• Warm the rice with a splash of water until fluffy.
• Assemble the Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl by layering rice, sliced chicken, and street corn topping. Garnish with extra Cotija, cilantro, lime wedges, and reserved sour cream if desired.

Notes

Serve with avocado slices, pickled jalapeños, or shredded lettuce for extra texture. This bowl is great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.

 

Ingredients

For the marinated chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the street corn mix

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels, grilled or sautéed
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup sour cream, separated
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese, plus extra for topping
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp lime juice, to taste

For serving

• 3 cups cooked rice
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges
• Reserved sour cream and Cotija cheese

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix lime juice, avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to marinate.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken for 8–10 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice.
3. In a separate bowl, combine corn, red onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Stir until creamy and well mixed.
4. Warm the rice with a splash of water until fluffy.
5. Assemble the Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl by layering rice, sliced chicken, and street corn topping. Garnish with extra Cotija, cilantro, lime wedges, and reserved sour cream if desired.

Tips & Tricks

• Grill the corn for deeper smoky flavor
• Chicken breasts can replace thighs if preferred
• Adjust lime juice and chili powder to taste
• Brown rice or cilantro-lime rice works beautifully

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Skillet
• Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly, gluten-free

Notes

Serve with avocado slices, pickled jalapeños, or shredded lettuce for extra texture. This bowl is great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: 1625 kcal
• Protein: 45g
• Carbohydrates: 120g
• Fat: 95g

FAQ

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, store components separately and assemble before serving.

Can I grill the chicken instead?
Absolutely. Grilling adds extra smoky flavor.

What can I use instead of Cotija cheese?
Feta cheese is a great substitute.

Is this recipe spicy?
It’s mildly spicy, but you can easily adjust the heat.

Can I make it dairy-free?
Use dairy-free sour cream and cheese alternatives.

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days
• Freezer: Freeze chicken and rice only, up to 2 months
• Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop or microwave

Similar Recipes

• Creamy Chicken Burrito Bowls
• Mexican Grilled Chicken Rice Bowls
• Street Corn Rice Skillet
• Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowl

Conclusion

This Tasty Street Corn Chicken Bowl is everything you want in a comfort meal—creamy, zesty, satisfying, and easy to make. Whether for meal prep or a cozy dinner, this recipe delivers bold flavor every single time.