Description
An easy grilled chicken bowl with cilantro-lime rice and street corn topping. Packed with smoky, zesty flavor and customizable with fresh toppings like avocado and jalapeños.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Street Corn:
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 teaspoon lime juice
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
¼ cup cotija cheese or feta, crumbled
Fresh cilantro, chopped
For the Rice:
2 cups cooked white or brown rice
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional Toppings:
Sliced avocado or guacamole
Diced tomatoes
Sliced jalapeños
Extra cotija cheese
Lime wedges
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice.
Prepare the Street Corn: Char corn in a hot skillet or grill until lightly blackened. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, and cotija. Stir in charred corn and chopped cilantro.
Make the Cilantro-Lime Rice: In a bowl, mix the cooked rice with lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Assemble the Bowls: Divide cilantro-lime rice among 4 bowls. Top with sliced chicken and street corn. Add avocado, tomatoes, jalapeños, extra cheese, and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute mayo, sour cream, and cheese with plant-based alternatives.
Make the rice and street corn ahead for easier weeknight assembly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
