Description
A hearty, flavor-packed rice bowl featuring juicy seasoned chicken, creamy street corn, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings for the ultimate comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 1½ pounds (680 g), cubed
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Olive oil – 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
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Chili powder – 1½ teaspoons (8 g)
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Ground cumin – 1 teaspoon (5 g)
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Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon (5 g)
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Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon (5 g)
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Salt – 1¼ teaspoons (7 g), divided
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Black pepper – ½ teaspoon (2 g)
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Corn kernels – 3 cups (450 g)
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Butter – 1 tablespoon (14 g)
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Mayonnaise – ½ cup (120 g)
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Sour cream – ¼ cup (60 g)
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Lime juice – 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
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Long-grain white rice – 1½ cups (300 g)
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Water – 3 cups (720 ml)
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Fresh cilantro – ¼ cup (10 g), chopped
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Green onions – ¼ cup (25 g), sliced
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Avocado – 2 medium (300 g), sliced
Instructions
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Rinse and cook the rice with water according to package instructions.
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Toss chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ¾ teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
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Cook chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
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In the same skillet, melt butter, add corn, and cook for 4–5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and remaining salt.
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Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, creamy corn, and desired toppings.
Notes
Adjust seasoning to taste and add toppings just before serving for the best texture and freshness. This recipe stores well for meal prep when components are kept separate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes