Here’s a vibrant, healthy and delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl recipe packed with grilled chicken, roasted corn, fresh veggies, zesty sauce, and fluffy rice. It’s inspired by Mexican street corn (elote), but made into a satisfying, balanced meal.
🌽🍗 Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
🥗 What You Get:
Juicy grilled chicken, sweet corn, seasoned rice, and a tangy-spicy yogurt-lime sauce—healthy, protein-packed, and bursting with flavor.
🍚 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
For the Chicken:
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Juice of ½ lime
For the Corn:
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1 ½ cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp olive oil
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Salt to taste
For the Rice:
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1 cup cooked brown rice or white rice
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Juice of ½ lime
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2 tbsp chopped cilantro
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Pinch of salt
For the Street Corn Sauce:
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⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt (or light sour cream)
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1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for richness)
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1 tbsp lime juice
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¼ tsp chili powder
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1 tbsp crumbled cotija or feta cheese (optional but delicious)
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Salt to taste
Toppings (Optional but Recommended):
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Diced avocado
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Sliced jalapeños
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Diced red onion or green onions
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Fresh cilantro
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Extra crumbled cheese
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Lime wedges
🔥 Instructions
1. Season & Cook the Chicken:
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In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, lime juice, and spices.
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Grill, pan-sear, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through.
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Let rest, then slice or dice.
2. Prepare the Corn:
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Toss corn with olive oil, paprika, and salt.
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Sauté in a hot pan or roast in the oven until slightly charred (about 5–7 minutes).
3. Make the Street Corn Sauce:
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In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayo (if using), lime juice, chili powder, cheese, and salt.
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Adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Flavor the Rice:
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Toss warm rice with lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
5. Assemble the Bowl:
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Layer cilantro-lime rice as the base.
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Top with sliced chicken, roasted corn, and desired toppings.
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Drizzle generously with street corn sauce.
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Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro.
✅ Why It’s Healthy:
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High in protein from chicken and yogurt
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Whole grains if using brown rice or quinoa
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Low added fat and customizable
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Vegetable-packed and fiber-rich