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Flavorful Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl with Zesty Cilantro-Lime Crema

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A quick and easy street corn chicken rice bowl featuring smoky grilled corn, juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and a bright, creamy cilantro-lime crema. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual meals with a fresh, comforting flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 ears fresh corn on the cob
  • 2 cups (400g) cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup queso fresco or feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook 2 cups of your chosen rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush corn ears with olive oil and grill, turning occasionally, until charred all over, about 8–10 minutes. Let cool slightly, then cut kernels off the cob.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Adjust lime juice and salt to taste.
  6. Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, grilled corn kernels, a drizzle of cilantro-lime crema, crumbled queso fresco, and sliced green onions.
  7. Add extra lime squeeze and sprinkle chili powder if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Use a bundt pan or large bowl to catch corn kernels when cutting off the cob. For smokier flavor, add smoked paprika to chicken seasoning. Fresh lime juice and cilantro are key for best crema flavor. Pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can be used as a shortcut.

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Keywords: street corn, chicken rice bowl, cilantro-lime crema, grilled corn, easy dinner, healthy meal, Mexican street food

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