Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

  • Prep Time
    10 minutes
  • Cook Time
    30 minutes
  • Serv Size
    Yield 2 large servings

Mexican street corn in a bowl with seasoned chicken breasts, cilantro‑lime rice, and a creamy elote‑style drizzle.

Ingredients

For Chicken & Toppings

For Cilantro Lime Rice

For Elote Dressing

    Directions

    A fresh, flavorful bowl layered with cilantro‑lime rice, juicy seasoned chicken, sweet corn, and a creamy elote‑style drizzle, finished with cotija, cilantro, chili powder, and a squeeze of lime.

    Step1

    Start the rice by adding 2 cups of broth to a medium saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then stir in 1 cup of long‑grain rice. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

    Step2

    Add 1/8 cup of finely chopped cilantro and 3 tablespoons of lime juice to the rice, then gently stir to combine. Cover and set aside.

    Step3

    In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.

    Step4

    Pat the chicken breasts dry, then add the seasoning to both sides.

    Step5

    Preheat a large skillet over medium heat, then add 3 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter has melted, add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5–6 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Then remove from the pan and let rest for 10 minutes.

    Step6

    In a medium pan, add 2 cups of drained corn over medium heat. Cook just until heated through.

    Step7

    Make Elote Drizzle. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt, 1/2 tablespoon lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon chili powder. Stir until smooth and creamy.

    Step8

    Assemble the Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowls with a generous bed of rice, sliced chicken breasts, corn, a drizzle of elote dressing, a sprinkle of cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of chili powder. Serve with a lime wedge.

    Step9

    Enjoy!

    Conclusion

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